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What are the effects of increased automation on people's lives?

I think that the mechanization and computerization of many aspects of modem life has facilitated our lives (= made our lives easier) a lot. People don't need to work as hard as before. Manual workers are not required to (= don't need to) carry such heavy loads as in the past, factory workers can enjoy a safer environment, and people at home can save time thanks to their car or their washing machine. We take the elevator, we call our friends on their mobiles anytime, and we watch movies on computers. All these items have made our life more exciting and definitely more convenient. Some people might tell you that it has also made people lazy. It is possible, but I think it all depends on how much you use these technological products. It's up to people to decide whether or not they want to be lazy. I prefer having the choice (rather than having to do everything all the time by myself).