Video's Effect on Communication

I recently came across this article that deals with how prevalent video is in our lives today and presents a strong argument that it is bringing people closer together. I was really curious when I read the title, "Living a Video Integrated Life, Brings Us All Closer Together," I immediately thought of our Theatre and Society class with Nancy and how we would talk about technology causing people to communicate less. It seems that with video that isn't the case as much as it is can be with the internet. The interesting point that is made about video in this article is that people use it in place of phone conversations and emailing but not as a replacement for meeting in person. So, if a real meeting can take place that will still be the first choice. Therefore, video is simply allowing us a more personal version of a phone call. The article also mentions the prevalence and availability of video in society today so that we can share things with many people so easily. I've attached the link to the article below.

http://www.thenewfutureofnetworkmarketing.com/2010/09/living-video-integrated-life/