# task-2-sample-essay-information-technology

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Sample IELTS Task 2 Essay - Developments in Information Technology 
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. 
Present a written argument to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of 
the following topic. 
In the last 20 years there have been significant developments in the field 
of information technology (IT), for example the World Wide Web and 
communication by email. However, future developments in IT are likely 
to have more negative effects than positive. 
To what extent do you agree with this view? 
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own 
experience or knowledge. 
You should write at least 250 words. 
 
Model Answer: 
The last two decades have seen enormous changes in the way people's lives are affected by IT, with many 
advances in this field. However, while these technological advances have brought many benefits to the 
world, it can be argued that future IT developments will produce more negative effects than positive ones. 
To begin, email has made communication, especially abroad, much simpler and faster, resulting in 
numerous benefits for commerce and business. Furthermore, the World Wide Web means that 
information on every conceivable subject is now available to us. For example, people can access news, 
medical advice, online education courses and much more via the internet. It is evident that these 
improvements have made life far easier and more convenient for large numbers of people and will 
continue to do so for decades to come. 
Nevertheless, the effects of this new technology have not all been beneficial. For example, many people 
feel that the widespread use of email is destroying traditional forms of communication such as letter 
writing, telephone and face-to-face conversation. This could result in a decline in people's basic ability to 
socialize and interact with each other on a day-to-day basis.  
In addition, the large size of the Web has meant that it is nearly impossible to regulate and control. This 
has led to many concerns regarding children accessing unsuitable websites and viruses. Unfortunately, 
this kind of problem might even get worse in the future at least until more regulated systems are set up.  
In conclusion, developments in IT have brought many benefits, yet I believe developments relating to 
new technology in the future are likely to produce many negative effects that must be addressed if we are 
to avoid damaging impacts to individuals and society.  
(287 words)