Experts say a business environment might feed Web-use dependency. Particularly, in a business environment, people are dependent on e-mail.
Some people are quick to jump on the diagnostic bandwagon.
Those who have a high need for interaction, whether it is a part of their job or simply an extracurricular activity, are able to keep in touch and stay informed through e-mail, Spink said. However, due to this dependency, problems can arise when access to the Internet is unavailable. There are people who have a high level of dependence, but they will adapt. If the technology doesn't work, they'll find another route. The library or a phone book could serve as an alternative for access to information that the Internet would normally provide.