Index Introduction 2Electronic communication 2Advantages 2Disadvantages 2Examples of situations within my experience 3Computers and laptops 3Multimedia messaging services (MMS) 3Entertainment 3Examples of situations outside of my experience 4People with disabilities: 4Finding a council house: 4Affects of electronic communication on organizations: 4IT and manufacturing 5IT and commerce 5Banking 6Influences on people who do not have access to electronic communication: 6Digital divide 6Disability 7People who do not wish to have access to electronic communication: 7The Amish 7IntroductionIn this assignment I will write a report on the effects of electronic communication about me, my family and society. I will extend my report by providing a clear explanation that includes society in general, i.e. people and situations outside of my normal experience (e.g. business). I will also include in this report people who do not have access to electronic communication.Electronic communicationAdvantagesBusinesses – cost savings, efficiency, access to potential customersUsers – quick and easy access to informationAvailable 24/7More free time?Environment – ​​less paperDisadvantagesHealth impactObesity, lack of fresh air, repetitive strain injuries Information overload leads to stressSpamLess social contactAdvertising and resulting peer pressureSecurity, privacy and threat of virusesExamples of situations in my experienceComputers and laptopsThese are common communication elements in most families . There are many communication and software features on laptops and computers that are useful in everyday lifestyle. I use my laptop a lot to complete various pieces...... middle of paper ...... annoyed by two billion people around the world). People who do not wish to have access to electronic communication: The Amish The Armish are reluctant to adopt modern technology because they believe that the use of modern technology is harmful to them and they do not want it. They don't use cell phones, the Internet or electricity, so it's difficult for them to communicate electronically, so they rely on face-to-face communication. Older people who don't want to use computersMany older people don't want to have access to communication for many reasons. Most of the time they don't know how to use it and don't want to take lessons because they can't afford it. Older people may not want to access electronic communication because they are afraid of what might be out there and any problems they might encounter online and they might be fooled by false advertisements that are out there.