The modern world is unthinkable without the Internet. Online communication is getting more popular. Many people think that it leads to losing socializing skills but others do not agree.

In my opinion, the virtual communication is harmful for social life. Firstly, when people contact via the Internet, they often devalue face-to-face communication. Secondly, the virtual communication  does not allow people to improve themselves in a real one because of lack of practice.

There is an opposing opinion. Some people convince that online communication is a way to develop real-life social skills. Everybody have many opportunities not to lose a touch with their friends and relative