170 ielts essay samples

This is a great essay, at least band 7 and maybe even 8. It is longer than required 
(340 words instead of 250) which means that it took you more time to write and less 
time to check your work.
30. Internet when used as a source of information, has more drawbacks than 
advantages. To what extent do you agree with this statement?
Some people believe that internet access creates problems. There are several possible 
reasons why it can happen. 
First, some data may be unverifiable. For example, everytime they search for a data, 
there would be lots of choices that would appear on the screen. They would not be sure if 
the data they are reading has accurate information. Some sources have even outdated 
informations. Second, some sites may be unreliable. For instance, people sign up on one 
site that sells goods using online purchases. The goods would be paid for by credit card 
but the purchaser would not receive anything. And finally, not everything is available 
through the net. When my friend had tried to research for some pictures of 18th century 
paintings, he did not find any results. Then he was told by his teacher that it would only be 
available in the library. 
Others believe that internet is very useful and these are the justifications. First, it is hard to 
get data, that is available in the net by other means. For example, if directory information 
could not give me the accurate address and contact number of the place I want to visit, I 
normally check that information from the Internet. In just one click, I would get all the 
details of that certain company. Second, research becomes more comprehensive. For 
instance, I do not have to buy lots of reading materials to complete my research. Most of 
the needed information can be found if I have Internet access. And finally, data is easily 
compared and contrasted. I remember, my cousin researched the study about overweight 
children a decade ago and at present. He was able to finish his research in just one day, 
as compared to week if he would not use the Internet. 
In conclusion, let me reiterate that the Internet plays a big role in our life, because it 
makes data retrieval and comparison easier. 

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