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Internet has revolutionized communication, education, print and electronic media, entertainment and service industry. In fact internet has totally changed the perspective of life for one and all. Our life has become more streamlined, convenient and less stressful with internet.

1. Communication

*Communication was the basic idea behind creation of internet. Today email is one of the most convenient modes of communication. One can access emails anywhere anytime. It is rather quick and easy to send messages and get prompt replies too. Documents can also be attached to emails, if required. Postal address may change several times during life time but email address is rather permanent in nature.

*Instant text messaging and VOIP (Voice over internet protocol) is fast catching up. In near future, a time will come when VOIP will replace conventional phone worldwide.

*Digital camera has made everyone avid photographer. Upload photos on the net and share with family and friends.

2. Education

*Distance education is old; the new mantra is online education. Several institutes and universities offer online courses. Internet has made it possible for students to interact with the teacher online, in real time, irrespective of geographic location.The study material in the form of text books or audio books, easily downloadable from the official website. Examinations are also conducted online at specific centers close to student's native location.

All sounds interesting. Internet has brought education to your doorstep. Now it seems nobody can be deprived of education.

*The Internet tsunami has led to the concept of digital libraries. The digital libraries boast of e-books and audio books, easy to download. The local libraries can also be accessed online.

3. Media

The latest news update is available round the clock, 24*7 on internet. Internet keeps you updated with world wide news. No more dependency on morning newspaper only. Internet adds to the television coverage. Many newspapers can be read online. The interactive web 2.0 has made internet all the more intriguing. Everybody can make his voice heard by posting comments on the news item. Blogging has paved way for citizen journalism, a new phenomenon.

4. Entertainment

Watch movies and listen to music online. Netflix and Block buster provide good movie rental service. Select a movie online and get DVD delivered right in your mailbox. There are so many videos available in you tube to watch. Songs can be downloaded from Rhapsody.com for a small

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