Technology is slowly becoming part of society's daily activities. From the moment we wake up in the morning with the help of our alarm clocks, to the moment we turn off the lights to go to bed, we are regularly reminded that we live in a modern world. Technology is present everywhere we turn. One of the most important products of technology is the Internet. The World Wide Web (www) is part of almost everyone's daily life. In addition to using computers, we can also use our portable devices to access the Internet. The ability to have unlimited access to the Internet from anywhere at any time has become the cause of a serious addiction that affects approximately one in eight Americans; this addiction is called Internet addiction. Internet addiction is a compulsive behavioral disorder that affects the way a person lives their daily life (Weinstein and Lejoyeux). It causes severe tension in the addict's family, friends and work environment. This addiction is simply a behavioral disorder that entirely governs the addict's entire life. Internet addicts make the Internet their only priority and it is slowly becoming a growing epidemic. Internet addiction was originally introduced as a disorder by Ivan Goldberg in 1995 (“Ivan Goldberg Discusses Internet Addiction”). It is still the subject of research and debate to see if it can be considered a psychological disorder. Comparing different types of addictions helps people better understand the severity of Internet addiction. For example, an alcohol-dependent individual is addicted to his or her “favorite drink”; this favorite drink is everything to them. The addict and his alcohol have a bond that makes life easier. Addicts like the one mentioned in my ex... halfway through the article..., who could cause cognitive impairment similar to that caused by gambling and alcoholism" ("Excessive Internet Use Could Cause Harm structural brain [STUDY]"). It has become evident that the Internet is harmful to the well-being of society. The current generation possesses the greatest vulnerability when it comes to becoming addicted to the Internet. Internet addiction is the easiest and most difficult victim to break free from. It's all about the Internet, which makes things worse. Therefore, everyone should use the Internet with great caution to prevent any addictive behavior. Some people may joke that they are addicted to the computer or a game they are playing , but there's a big difference between a productive, enjoyable habit and a true addiction. Internet addiction is a serious problem that can affect anyone connected to the Internet in any way.