In the article, Andrea explains how the Internet and mobile technology seem to damage the meaning of the relationships we have with others, separating us from the world that surrounds us surrounds. This leads to society's impending feelings of loneliness. People have become so accepting of this technological isolation that it has become easier to text, call, or instant message their family and friends, instead of spending time with them in person. Texting someone is not the same as spending time with them in person. With all the chatting with friends online and playing online games, computers seem to have replaced our face-to-face interaction. Studies show that face-to-face interaction comforts people and gives them a sense of well-being. Not spending time together face-to-face can rob people of the intangibility, reality, and value gained from face-to-face interaction. While the technology can be great for networking and providing extensive connections, it must be used correctly. Although computers are very convenient, children who have no social interaction, because they are always on the computer, can be very dangerous. Social interaction is a necessity for children's growth and development. They learn problem solving and conflict resolution skills that they cannot learn on a