The Advantages of Surveillance

Surveillance Technology has been integrated into many different aspects of our society, and I believe that it has been for the better. It is true that there instances where the technology has been abused, but overall, its ability to uncover the whole truth is a valuable asset in our society.

The video about police brutality on youtube showed an instance where surveillance technology was a huge asset. The cop was way out of line using pepper spray on that girl, when he was told by several different people that she didn’t do anything wrong. Fortunately, with the surveillance video from the store, the true wrongdoer can be revealed, and the girl was exonerated.

This blatant police brutality is something that unfortunately many cops participate in, and it is something that needs to be stopped. With the aid of surveillance videos, the violent cops can be found and properly punished, and hopefully deter the future use of unnecessary force.
Surveillance technology can be a lifesaver, but it can also be abused. The instances where the government illegally tapped the different phone lines of American citizens, who’ve done nothing wrong, is just one example of many.

Overall, I believe that surveillance technology has been used to better society. Although it can be abused, the overwhelming instances in which the technology has brought justice or saved lives more than makes up the loss.