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Does the Internet Make You Dumber?

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Distraction is a major problem numerous studies show. The Internet with its overabundance of information and distraction can make people work in less smart ways and make for shallow thinking. The Roman philosopher Seneca on how being everywhere is like being nowhere.

Studies cited by Nicholas Carr show flood of information on Internet and the distraction reduce learning.

05/27/2010

Studies show Internet use can actually reduce learning and make people dumber, encourage shallow thinking. Nicholas Carr has written a book on this subject titled, "The Shallows." Carr has done some serious research on the subject and the book has received favorable reviews.

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