Are we becoming smarter or dumber because of the Internet?

The impact of the Internet on our intelligence is a complex issue, as it depends on how we use it. It can make us wiser when used for research and learning.

I would say that smart people become smarter with the help of the Internet, and dumb people become dumber.

Based on how we use it though.

People are increasingly polarized; while some are advancing intellectually, others appear to be falling behind. The vast amount of information available on the internet can be both a boon and a curse. Whether we get smarter... or the opposite... depends on how we choose what we consume.

for me it's neither one nor the other because it all depends on the person using it. for me the internet does not make you more intelligent but allows you to learn more quickly.

Definitely more stressed and less focused...

It all depends on how you use it. The mayority of people dumber, some of us smarte!

Both at the same time :D

I believe the internet has made me smarter and opened up limitless opportunities. Especially now with the advent of generative AI, being able to research any topic and get a summary in a few seconds makes me more knowledgeable on many different things. However, on the flip side, I do see an increase in shorter attention spans and more impatience among people (especially Gen Z) who are heavy users of platforms like TikTok. Guess it all depends on what you want to get out of the internet. As with everything, there are always two or more sides.

Heavily depends who's using it and the intentions the person has. It has huge potentials to make you smarter, but the problem is, it's way more comfortable to just be entertained and potentially dumb down