Our society is becoming more technologically advanced every day. It seems like new flips and gadgets come out every month. The latest phone is being updated, new software is available for download and we all have the urge to put it on. It is safe to say that technology and the use of the Internet are spreading more and more widely in our world today, but being attached to the Internet can have negative side effects and be harmful to ourselves. This is where the word “internet addiction” comes into play. Internet addiction is a slightly growing problem that is becoming a big problem in our world today. Internet addiction can cause you to lose focus and affect your work productivity. Internet is easily available in many countries, especially since the speed of Internet connectivity is increasing and access is also increasing. Some of the websites that make people get attached to the internet are social media, gaming, porn, internet browsing, gambling and some others. If we use the Internet wisely, it will benefit us rather than harm us in the long run. Both the United States and China agree that computer games are a major problem causing Internet addiction, which is why they are focusing their attention on online behavior. game. “Almost all researchers agree that Internet addiction exists, even if the terms they use to define this addiction differ” (Lawrence M. Paska and Zheng Yan). A test called the Internet Addiction Test recently came out to try to find out if users were addicted to the Internet. The test contained signs of six factors according to which the user was addicted to the Internet or not. The test included signs of relevance, work productivity, feelings of anticipation, excessive use, decreased self-control, a... middle of paper... ...ernet surfing the web much of our time is wasted. Therefore there are no more hours in the day to finish what needs to be done. Ultimately, the Internet can significantly improve a person's self-identification, closer relationships with friends, and connection to the world. However, many negative aspects arise from it, from health problems to work performance. It is extremely important to have control over our use of the Internet and understand how to use it effectively. Some ways to improve your Internet usage are to limit the time you spend on the computer each week. Another way to avoid the Internet is to get involved. Join a team, club, church, sport, or hobby that doesn't involve the Internet, video games, or cell phones. If people make good use of their time, Internet addiction rates will decrease. Overall the internet is a great tool to have, but it can also be a horrible habit.