THE DYNAMICS OF SOCIAL INTERACTION IN THE DIGITAL ERA

Abstract

Social interaction is a process where individuals who establish contact and communicate influence each other in thoughts and actions. This process involves relationships between individuals or between groups of people. When two people meet, interaction begins; they greet each other, shake hands, and engage in conversation. Such activities are forms of social interaction. Using a literature review method—drawing from various books and journals—it's evident that the presence of the internet and technology has significantly altered societal interaction patterns. Interactions can now occur without the need to be in the same physical space and time. The internet breaks down barriers that previously hindered interaction, expanding what was once limited to immediate social circles into global networks. However, while technology facilitates connectivity, these changes also present new challenges.