Reasons for using computers:

Communication: emailing, instant messaging, video conferencing
Work: creating documents, spreadsheets, presentations, programming, design, research, data analysis
Entertainment: gaming, streaming movies or music, browsing the internet, social media
Education: online courses, research, digital textbooks
Shopping: online shopping, price comparisons, online banking

Older people may need help in using mobile devices for a variety of reasons, such as:

Lack of familiarity with technology
Difficulty seeing or hearing the device
Physical limitations that make it hard to use a touchscreen
Fear of doing something wrong and damaging the device

Advantages of social networking:

Staying connected with friends and family
Meeting new people with similar interests
Sharing information and experiences
Finding support and resources
Promoting businesses and products
Disadvantages of social networking:
Risk of online harassment and bullying
Loss of privacy
Addiction and time-wasting
Spread of false information and misinformation
Negative impact on mental health

Reasons why people prefer texting to making calls on their mobiles:

Convenience: texting allows people to communicate without having to find a private space or be interrupted by background noise
Control: texting allows people to carefully craft their message before sending it
Time-saving: texting allows people to send quick messages without having to engage in a full conversation
Social anxiety: some people may feel more comfortable communicating in writing than speaking on the phone

Mobile phone addiction can affect people's lives in various ways, such as:

Interference with work, school, or social relationships
Reduced face-to-face communication skills
Negative impact on mental health, including depression and anxiety
Physical health problems such as eye strain, neck and back pain, and disrupted sleep
Financial problems due to excessive spending on mobile devices and services