According to a report in the Economist, the advent of the mobile phone is taking a real toll on our culture. Not only is SMS shaking the grammar guards but the ability to communicate from anywhere at anytime has created a society of nomads who are convinced they don't have time to think or care. Speed alone matters. Article [1]
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[1] http://www.economist.com/specialreports/displaystory.cfm?story_id=10950487