If you're considering the pursuit of an online education, such as an online master’s degree, chances are you're pretty plugged into the Internet and technology world. Modern students everywhere are increasingly engaged with their tech devices, and with the rapid rise of mobile Internet access, many are even able to gain access to the materials and resources they need to study on the go. But this easy access might very well be both a blessing and a curse: The rise of mobile access has given rise to savvy, plugged-in individuals, but it may very well also have given rise to another being entirely, namely, the cellphone jerk. Everyone seems to know someone or interact with a person who just doesn't seem to have any mobile manners. From loud conversations at inappropriate times to rude texting at an awkward moment, it seems like more and more people are getting lost in their own cell phone interactions. So attached are people to their cell phones that sometimes, those little devices end up in some interesting places. Don't feel like you're that addicted? Check out the following infographic and see for yourself: You might be surprised to realize that you could be a cellular jerk, too.
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