How Far Have We Come

The Internet: How Far Have We Come?
Have you ever thought about how different everyday life would be if we did not have the Internet? Whether or not we realize it, the Internet plays numerous roles in our lives, both important and not important. From business and medical fields to students and the elderly, most, if not all of us use the Internet daily in some aspect. Without the Internet, businesses wouldn’t be able to connect with distant customers, and the medical field would not be able to record or obtain information as easily doctors and nurses. Nor would we be able to connect with friends and family around the world in seconds, students would not have the ability to complete educational tasks, or the media be able to publish articles online for people to see immediately after it happens.
First of all, without the Internet, a lot of businesses would not be doing as well as they are today. In today’s world, many businesses either thrive on Internet sales and deals, or only sell their products over the Internet. Since this development has come to the forefront in recent years, businesses have been able to connect with more customers, which is increasing their sales. Companies have the ability to purchase products from other companies for their benefit. Whether it is big or small businesses, Internet sales have increased businesses’ revenues. Customers have the ability to rate a business based on the service and experience they had with a business. Also, a business has the ability to make their financial records public to show consumers their financial status, should a potential customer question their financial status. As a company continues selling products, not only will that company continue to prosper, but also the economy will grow.
Secondly, without the Internet the medical field would not be as advanced and developed as it is today. In the medical field, doctors, nurses, and pharmacists rely on the Internet for research on cures for illnesses