For most people, watching television is an enjoyable way to spend time. Since so many people now own a television, there has been a increase in the number of channels available and shows to watch, so that you can quite easily find yourself spending hours in front of the television. Consequently, you may neglect other activities that need doing. Thus, although television may help to ease boredom, there are also some negative aspects associated with watching television.

Pros of watching television

Firstly the TV brings us news from all over the world. Political happenings, social events, festivals, people, places and almost everything from all parts of the world comes to us through the TV set at home.

Furthermore, TV can be considered as a path for the students to improve their knowledge. There are several channel which provide many programmes that can help students in their studies especially in science like in Discovery Channel, TVIQ, National Geographic Channel and more.For housewives, or elderly people who stay at home most of the time, the television is in fact their best friend.

Despite all the advantages, we must not forget that there are also many disadvantages watching TV.

Sometimes people spend a lot of time by the television, and it is very

bad for them, they do not want to do something more, become lazy. Besides, a long time by the television is very harmful for eyes. Watching television tires eyes and people begin to see more badly. Furthermore, children like to watch TV, but they seldom know what is good and what is bad, so some of TV shows can do very bad influence for

them.