Computers have impacted our lives in many ways, both positive and negative. First, I will discuss three ways that computers have made the world safer. The first way is improved emergency response systems. Computers have revolutionized emergency response systems by enabling faster communication, real-time data analysis, and more efficient coordination of resources. For example, computer-aided dispatch systems allow emergency services to quickly identify and respond to incidents. Additionally, geographic information systems help emergency responders navigate and access critical information. The second way computers have made the world safer is through enhanced medical diagnosis and treatment. Computers have transformed healthcare by enabling advanced medical diagnosis and treatment through technologies such as medical imaging, electronic health records, and telemedicine. Medical imaging technologies, such as MRI, CT scans, and X-rays, provide detailed images of the body’s internal structures, allowing healthcare professionals to diagnose and treat conditions more accurately. Telemedicine allows doctors to deliver remote medical services, consultations, and monitoring. The third way computers have made the world safer is with transportation safety and efficiency. Computers have played a crucial role in enhancing transportation safety and efficiency through technologies such as vehicle safety systems, traffic management systems, and autonomous vehicles. Advanced driver assistance systems, sensors, and artificial intelligence, help prevent accidents by alerting drivers to potential hazards, assisting with parking. Now I will discuss three ways that computers have made the world less safe. First are cybersecurity attacks and threats. Computers have introduced new risks and vulnerabilities to individuals, organizations, and society as a whole through cybersecurity threats and attacks. Common cybersecurity threats include malware, phishing attacks, and data breeches. These threats can target individuals, businesses, government agencies, and critical infrastructure, posing significant challenges to privacy, security, and trust in digital systems. The second way computers made the world less safe is through privacy concerns and surveillance. Computers enable large amounts of personal data to be collected, stored, and analyzed. Surveillance technologies such as facial recognition systems and internet tracking tools, allow for the monitoring and tracking of individuals. While surveillance can be used for good reasons such as crime prevention, it also presents risks to civil liberties and individual rights. The final way that computers have made the world less safe is through digital divide and inequality. Computers have exacerbated disparities in access to information, resources, and opportunities, creating a digital divide between those who have access to technology and those who do not. Socioeconomic factors such as income, education, and geography effect individuals’ ability to afford and access computers and iternet.