Internet Usage Among Children in Bangladesh
Mohammad Yousuf, Abu Hashem Bin Yousuf · International journal of Emerging Issues in Social Science Arts and Humanities · 2023
The Internet has become an integral part of human life.The Internet has opened a new land of opportunities for people of all ages and races.Due to the enormous contribution of science, humanity has stepped into the era of globalization and technological advancement.Multiple innovations to make human life easier are the core concern of experts and researchers across the world.The amazing development of the computer and the consequent birth of the Internet are considered the most significant advancements in human history in the twentieth century.The Internet has dramatically revolutionised different fields across the globe.Nowadays, the Internet has become a global means of communication in every day's life and the lives of humans.Today, human beings are living in the era of the information age, where the Internet plays the most significant role and thus has become an inevitable part and parcel of human life.Till January 2023, more than sixty-four (64.4%) percent of the entire human race were Internet users.This clearly defines today's Internet, which has captured almost every aspect of human life and living.In the era of technological advancement, no one can escape the impact of the Internet, especially children, who are the largest users among different age groups.This article explores the usage of the Internet and its impact on the children of Bangladesh while considering the worldwide scenario of Internet usage.