Disadvantages of Computer
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Today, the Computer is used in every field and has made our day to day tasks very easy but there are some advantages and disadvantages of computers.
Today’s world is an information-rich world and it has become a necessity for everyone to know about computers. A Computer is an electronic data processing device, which accepts and stores data input, processes the data input, and generates the output in a required format.
Following are certain disadvantages of computers.
Dependency
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It functions as per the user’s instruction, thus it is fully dependent on humans.
Environment
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The operating environment of the Computer should be dust free and suitable.
No Feeling
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Computers have no feelings or emotions.
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It cannot make judgment based on feeling, taste, experience, and knowledge unlike humans.
No I.Q.
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A Computer is a machine that has no intelligence to perform any task.
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Each instruction has to be given to the Computer .
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A Computer cannot take any decision on its own.
Unemployment
Different tasks are performed automatically by using computers. It reduces the need of people and increases unemployment in society.
Wastage of time and energy
Many people use computers without positive purpose. They play games and chat for a long period of time. It causes wastage of time and energy. Young generation is now spending more time on the social media websites like Facebook, Twitter etc or texting their friends all night through smartphones which is bad for both studies and their health. And it also has adverse effects on the social life.
Data Security
The data stored on a computer can be accessed by unauthorized persons through networks. It has created serious problems for the data security.
Computer Crimes
People use the Computer for negative activities. They hack the credit card numbers of the people and misuse them or they can steal important data from big organizations.
Privacy violation
The computers are used to store personal data of the people. The privacy of a person can be violated if the personal and confidential records are not protected properly.
Health risks
The improper and prolonged use of computer can results in injuries or disorders of hands, wrists, elbows, eyes, necks and back. The users can avoid health risks by using the computer in proper position. They must also take regular breaks while using the computer for longer period of time. It is recommended to take a couple of minutes break after 30 minutes of computer usage.
Impact on Environment
The Computer manufacturing processes and computer waste are polluting the environment. The wasted parts of computer can release dangerous toxic materials. Green computer is a method to reduce the electricity consumed and environmental waste generated when using a computer. It includes recycling and regulating manufacturing processes. The used computers must be donated or disposed off properly.