Age of Earthquakes Written Response

I noticed that many of the photos were imitations of images we see on social media such as memes and making fun of the average person on social media. I also noticed that the Internet has allowed to make connections to people worldwide however being on the Internet is a solitary activity. I found the story of the Todds interesting because in reality we would all appreciate a personal assistant to help us out everyday but eventually they start getting accustomed to your life and become you since the Todds don’t have their own life. I also found the fact that 90’s culture is coming back to be interesting because it is a time when there was no Internet and is why many teenagers are interested in TV shows from the 90’s because it’s relaxing to see a TV show that isn’t filled with various technologies and all the characters being consumed by the Internet.  I found the concept of singularity difficult to understand. I agreed with the fact that we all are so consumed by our technology that time seems to be getting shorter. I also agreed with the fact that the Internet is making us more impatient. I disagreed with the fact that the Internet will be over in about 20 years time. I believe different variations of the Internet will come in the future but the basic concept of the Internet will be around much longer. Some questions I have as a result of reading the text are, “ How does slang language emerge from the Internet?”

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