The advent of the Internet proved to be a revolutionary change in human history

 Two decades ago, no one could have imagined the pace at which our lives were moving. At that time, we used telephone or letters to communicate with each other and went to libraries to get information. Today's scenario is completely different. Internet and social media have completely changed our lives. It is connected to us, present with us every moment and its presence has given a new turn to our thoughts, actions, and lifestyle. The advent of the Internet has proved to be a revolutionary change in human history. By the end of the twentieth century, when the Internet started, it was seen only as a means of obtaining information, but with time it expanded and it started reaching every home, every hand. Today's Internet is not only a source of information, but has also become an important medium of communication, entertainment, business, and education.

Today we are all connected to the Internet in some form or the other. Whether it is through a smartphone or any other digital device, the Internet has now become an integral part of our lives. Especially, in the world of smartphones, the presence of the internet has become so deep that we cannot do without it till the beginning and end of our day. We check our phones as soon as we wake up and we cannot live without the internet even before going to sleep. Most of our day is spent in front of the mobile screen. Even today people use the internet not only for social media but also for work needs. The internet has also revolutionized the business world. Now every business is dependent on the internet. Through the internet we can sell our products, provide services and reach the market. This was impossible without the influence of social media.

Social media has given a new perspective to human life. Platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, WhatsApp have given people a new way to raise their voice, share ideas and connect with each other. These platforms are no longer just a means of personal communication but have become a public platform to discuss any issue, but as is the case with any new revolution, the use of social media is not limited to only positive results. There have been many examples of its misuse. Social media has been used to spread rumors, disseminate inflammatory content and also have a negative impact on politics. Many times these platforms work to promote communal and ethnic tensions.

In addition, social media has not only changed business and personal relationships, but it has also taken the form of an industry. Today, millions of rupees can be earned on the basis of posting videos on social media and making them viral. People share their views here, set trends and also gain fame in a way, but along with this it also promotes antisocial activities, such as cyber crime, online fraud and misuse of personal information. At the same time, WhatsApp has become an important social media platform. Through this, people can easily communicate with each other, without any additional charge. But along with this, WhatsApp has also given rise to many problems. Spread of rumors, political propaganda and problems of security of personal information, all these are associated with it. Especially on WhatsApp, half-baked and incorrect knowledge is propagated in the name of 'WhatsApp University', which creates confusion and tension in the society.

WhatsApp has also given a new twist to the world of journalism. Now news is not limited to the media only, but even common citizens can establish themselves as a journalist and take the help of social media to spread their point of view, although it raises questions on the accuracy and truthfulness of the news, but it has an impact on the society. Social media is being used both positively and negatively. If, on the one hand it connects people and exchanges information, on the other hand it has become a safe place for criminals. Social media has become a big threat for cyber criminals, where they can promote their illegal activities, although the government and police try to monitor it, but still it is not easy to stop it.

As much as our present life is dependent on the Internet and social media, its impact can be even deeper in the future. With technological advancement, we will enter a world where new technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI), Virtual Reality (VR) and Internet of Things (IoT) will further influence our lives through the internet, but still, it is important to note that the impact of the internet and social media may not always be positive. To avoid its negative impacts, we have to understand its correct use and use it with our responsibility, but it is true that the internet and social media have given a new direction to our lives, and without it today's life seems incomplete. Still, we should not forget that reality is always beyond the internet and social media, and we should also give priority to our real relationships and responsibilities.