How was life before 1994?

Answer 1

Very Diferent- Fashion, Transport, Languge, etc === === Life before 1994 wasn't a lot different than it is now, with the exception of cell phones and the internet. Cell phones didn't become so common until the mid 1990's when they became so much less expensive and much more advanced. There are pros and cons to them: CELL PHONES Pros: Cell phones are a good change in many ways, but the most important is safety and security. Before cell phones were so common, there was always the worry of being stranded with car trouble, etc. Cons: It also made it more difficult to "get away from it all" if one's job or personal life demanded they be available at all times. With everyone having cell phones, it's a lot harder to just "get away" than it was before everyone had one. Also, traffic accidents are at a much higher rate, since so many people are talking and texting instead of paying attention to their driving and the other drivers. INTERNET Pros: The internet has proven a valuable medium for business, education and communication. People are able to share documents, letters, photos, information, etc. in real time, which is a tremendous convenience. It has also opened up a whole new avenue for income, not just for the home worker, but also for internet advitersers, etc. In addition, many friendships, as well as romances have begun after "meeting" others online. Cons: With the advent of the internet, many people have become less adept at "real communication", such as actual conversations; they prefer to just send an email rather than make a phone call, which tends to depersonalize relationships. Many people also become addicted to the internet (or at least certain web sites, such as porn). And there has been a rise in child pornography since it is so easy to obtain on the internet. And in the same vein, there have been many young people who were too trusting of strangers they met on the internet, and became victims of pedophiles, rapists, etc.