Flight From Conversation Analysis

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In “Flight from Conversation,” Sherry Turkle explains just how often people use technology in everyday life. She explains that our society turns to technology to find connection instead of a face to face conversation. She then goes on to talk about how the use of devices can make people think that their phone is all they need/want. Her last thoughts are examples on how we can change the technology attack by making “device-free zones.” Although I agree with most of Sherry Turkles ideas, I have read Tufekci's view-point on technology and find some of her opinions to be more endearing.

We present the self we want to be through the various types of social media. This seems to be true indeed. I, like many other people, have a Facebook account and post things every once in a while. When I do post things I always make “rough drafts” before I officially post it. I can always control what I say and how I say it. Many of my Facebook friends do this from what I can see. My sister Bethani for example, when I talk to her in person she tends to cuss a lot but when she posts things on Facebook it is very clean and crisp. Which is just another way to present the self we want to be. A friend of mine had a boyfriend that she talked to quite frequently …show more content…

It really depends on the person in my opinion, some people really don’t like being alone without their device. They might feel awkward or lonely, or even bored, but there are people who love taking breaks from their device and just being alone. Me time is what it’s called, where you just disconnect and kick back to relax. Sometimes I will do that very thing, turn off all my devises and go on a hike and just take in the beautiful scenery. It is really quite relaxing to disconnect for a while, especially during finals or midterms when things can be really

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