Whether good or bad, television has found its way into the lives of people all over the world and it is an important part of life for many. Some consider it to be a great invention while others say that it harms people and society.
Disadvantages
Children can be exposed to programming that is not appropriate for their age. adult themes of sex and violence are far too easily accessed and they destroy the innocence of children.
Adults frequently spend many hours each day watching television to the detriment of work or family life.
Television is often the main or only source of information about current events and biased or inadequate reporting can deliver inaccurate or misleading information and opinion.
Some of the companies use it for sex TV films and programs , and that of course cause a lot of social problems.
Family discussion and conversation can be reduced or eliminated with by the television being the focus of attention.
Because of violent news, such as killings and bombings, we may develop an inflated sense of danger
The more that television is watched, the less exercise people tend to get. Television is often blamed for the rise in obesity in the Western world.
Content that contains sex or violence can cause a belief that such behavior is normal and acceptable. Trash programs that promote idiotic "The Simple Life" is also an example of questionable behavior being presented as acceptable.
Advantages
Television is without doubt the most effective medium to deliver information to large numbers of people very quickly. News in one part of the world can be seen within minutes or even seconds in any other part of the world.
The variety of channels available offers a way to get several different views of events. Having a single editor's opinion forced upon us is unlikely in most parts of the world.