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Techziety
Technology + Anxiety = Techziety
- As time passes by, technology has been evolving continuously and many among the older generation are experiencing anxiety with technology.
- We have turned to social media apps to connect with our friends and family and due to certain situations, even businesses and learning have all turned online using Zoom, Facebook, and other variants, thus began the Virtual Revolution.
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- Cultivate a shared identity and purpose.
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