BSc English       BZ University Multan

Essays

Electronic Media and Society

Electronic media has touched every sphere of the human aspect. In the present times, information and technology are interwoven with the society’s economic progress. The evolution of electronic media has had an overwhelming impact on the society. Nearly everybody is dependent upon technology. Whether one is located in far off rural areas or is a part of the cosmopolitan circle, technology is ubiquitous. Audio, video, game or photo media have become a household name.

Accessibility

All information has become omnipresent and is easily accessible through electronic media. It is not merely a technology but a means of disseminating and retaining information and content. By adhering to the contemporary techniques and advancements, new technology has taken birth to elevate the capacity of the electronic media to accomplish the task of producing, collecting and distributing diverse quality content to meet the political, social and cultural needs of all societies, both in developed as well as developing countries.

Thousands of websites representing companies and organizations have come into existence. The internet has facilitated communication in several ways and has thrown light on several opportunities which were once in-explorable. E-mail has revolutionized the field of distance communication. It has radically changed the traditional ways of interaction and has taught us to cope with the pace of life.

Communication

Opportunities of communication have broken all barriers across national boundaries and have led to the germination of new ideas through the cross pollination of cultures. Electronic information has had a positive impact in the promotion of various social regimes. It has reduced distances, discrimination and disparities.

‘Interaction’ is the key element to good communication which is provided through the internet. The Information Revolution has helped level the global differences in terms of opportunities and economic development.

Electronic media and trade

Today electronic media plays a crucial role in all the domains of life and has therefore become highly significant. All businesses need efficient marketing in order to increase their sales. The traditional ways of trade and commerce were largely dependent upon the system of transportation and slow means of communication. Electronic media has accelerated trade which has brought about economic development and has lowered additional costs.

We can conclude that electronic media is a part of a larger social system, whose other components are industry, trade, communication, education, government, administration etc. It has changed the world forever.

2. Education for Women / Status of Women in Pakistan

3. Role of Electronic Media / Mass Media / Newspapers

4. Professional Education / Technical Education

5. Over-Population / Population Explosion

6. Examinations / Our Examination System

7. Threat of Global Warming / Pollution

8. Terrorism / War Against Terrorism

9. My Favourite Hero in Science / My Favourite Personality

10.Knowledge is Power

11.Science – a Blessing or a Curse / Impact of Science on Society

12.Eradication of Social Evils / Corruption

13.Shortage of Irrigation Water in Pakistan

14.Inflation

15.Unemployment

16.Information Technology / Computer

17.The Uses and Abuses of Internet / Mobile Phone

18.Impact of Cable/Satellite Television