For most commuters‚ driving had become a daily occurrence. According to the American Safety Council‚ approximately fifty-six percent of men and forty four percent of women report of having road rage on a daily basis (Safemotorist.com). Road Rage is defined as anger and aggressive behavior by a driver who is upset by how another person is driving (Merriam-Webster). Most of the time‚ it is easy to spot out these aggressive drivers by their driving characteristics‚ but when it comes to the road‚ these
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Linda Sidner has supported her claims in her speech‚ “Wait Until They are Older”‚ in a superior manner to Deborah Pendegrast in her speech‚ “Tweens Are Ready for Cell Phones”. The former was clearer about her claims and more specific with her support than the latter. Pendegrast speech has several critical flaws. First‚ she is in a position of high potential for bias‚ in that she works for a telecommunications company the revenue of which is increased if parents allow “tweens” to be included in the
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We are all heading down a bad path with cell phones and technology. In 1987 the cell phone was first introduced to Hollywood‚ it was a symbol of success. Only the rich and famous had a phone‚ but today almost everyone in America owns one. With the use of cell phone and technology our interpersonal communication skills are breaking down. The purpose of these essays is to inform people about the dangers of cell phone use. Not that the cell phones are physical dangerous‚ but a warning of the effects
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Texting Gone Wrong Technology has become increasingly advanced in today’s society. Specifically‚ texting has become the modern and faster way of communication. From being able to talk to someone across the country to letting someone know one is at his or her door‚ everyone seems to love this new innovation. But when does texting go too far? Randy Cohen examines this question in his article‚ “When Texting is Wrong.” In Cohen’s article‚ he explains the downside and inappropriate times for texting
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This article starts off with a story of the King Thamus and god Theuth who were basically the inventors of many inventions . Theuth talks about one of his invention’s that is writing and says that it will improve both wisdom and memory. Thamus blames writing by saying that those who acquire it will cease to exercise their memory and will become forgetful. Thamus believed that writing will be nothing but a burden on the society. I don’t agree with Thamus on this because every technology has two opposite outcomes
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The use of cellular devices while driving is now illegal in some states. This is due to the fact that when drivers behind the wheel of a car their only priority should be to drive. While driving and on a phone at the same time a driver is going to be distracted‚ and when drivers are distracted they are more likely to cause or be involved in an accident. Although it may seem entertaining and fun‚ driving while using a cellular device can lead to major problems. For example‚ driving while on a
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Everything changes in an instant. Checking a cell phone while driving could result in severe injury or death. I agree with the law to make it illegal to drive while using a hand held cell phone. Implementing this law will make travel safer and it will protect people’s lives. Cell phones have become major distractions. Many are addicted to their phones. The inability of people to look away from their phone screen has cause many fatal accidents. Texting and the use of social media keeps a constant
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GAMING HEADSET Number 12: Logitech Wireless Gaming Headset G930 with 7.1 Surround Sound‚ Wireless Headphones with Microphone If you are looking for a wireless gaming headset that would not break the bank‚ look no further than the Logitech Wireless Gaming Headset G930 with 7.1 Surround Sound. This model is compatible to use with various Windows software and has a lag-free advanced wireless system. Technical Specifications Similar to most Logitech headphones‚ the headband and microphone on this
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Introduction Wireless technologies and telecommunication networks are playing a significant role in modern life. Moreover‚ the use of innovative wireless devices such as smart phones and personal digital assistants (PDAs) is widespread and facilitates access to critical information and electronic transactions ubiquitously (Benou & Vassilakis‚ 2010). For example‚ one study showed that‚ 50% of Australians access the internet using their mobile phone in 2011 (Sensis‚ 2011). Another study by Allied
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Cell Phone Usage While Driving Cell phone usage while driving is a very common trend around the US. Cell phones are a part of everyday life in today’s world. Cell phones allow people to multitask‚ doing many other things while still on their phone. Although individuals are able to multitask‚ driving is one task that requires ones full attention. Cell phone usage raises many risks while driving. Those who use a cell phone while driving risk their life‚ the lives of others‚ and could be breaking the
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