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# TITLE: Has the Internet been a net positive for humanity? [7ffa049a04efd2d89982dccb323cdb91]
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# PUBLICATION DATE: 2025-10-12
# MODIFICATION DATE: 2025-10-12
# NUMBER ALTERNATIVES: 4
# NUMBER VOTERS: 5
# NUMBER UNIQUE ORDERS: 4
# ALTERNATIVE NAME 1: Statement 1 - The internet has been a net positive for humanity. The internet has allowed for people to communicate and work together in ways that were not possible before. It has also allowed for the free flow of information and ideas, which has led to an increase in knowledge and understanding. However, the internet has also led to a decrease in face to face communication and an increase in online bullying. The internet has also led to an increase in criminal activity, with people being more susceptible to falling for scams and fraud, as well as a decrease in online privacy. The internet can be a net positive for humanity, but only if it is used correctly and with care.
# ALTERNATIVE NAME 2: Statement 2 - The internet has been a net positive for humanity. The internet has allowed for people to communicate and work together in ways that were not possible before. It has also allowed for the free flow of information and ideas, which has led to an increase in knowledge and understanding. However, the internet has also led to a decrease in face to face communication and an increase in online bullying. Furthermore, it has created a medium through which online criminals can take advantage of unsuspecting users. The internet is an amazing tool for mankind, provided that it is used correctly.
# ALTERNATIVE NAME 3: Statement 3 - The internet has been a net positive for humanity. The internet has allowed for people to communicate and work together in ways that were not possible before. It has also allowed for the free flow of information and ideas, which has led to an increase in knowledge and understanding. However, the internet has also led to a decrease in face to face communication and an increase in online bullying. The internet can be a net positive for humanity, but only if it is used correctly.
# ALTERNATIVE NAME 4: Statement 4 - The internet has been a net positive for humanity. The internet has allowed for people to communicate and work together in ways that were not possible before. It has also allowed for the free flow of information and ideas, which has led to an increase in knowledge and understanding. However, the internet has also led to a decrease in face to face communication and an increase in online bullying. The internet has improved education, health and human rights around the world and has allowed for cheap and reliable communication with family and friends. It has been important for information sharing and has opened up free and democratic access to information worldwide. However, the internet is also responsible for creating a massive rise in online crime and scams, online bullying and the increase in isolation and loneliness. The internet can be a net positive for humanity, but only if it is used correctly.
2: 4,2,1,3
1: 2,4,1,3
1: 1,2,4,3
1: 4,1,2,3