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Many parents look at Gen Z and see screens everywhere—phones in their hands, laptops on their desks, tablets always nearby. From the outside, it can feel like they are wasting time or just playing games. It is easy to jump to the word “addiction” when technology is always present.

But for Gen Z, the internet is not just entertainment. It is their main space for learning, exploring, and connecting. They watch tutorials, read articles, join online communities, and learn skills not taught in school. What looks like scrolling can often be research.

Gen Z also uses technology to grow faster than previous generations. They learn design, coding, languages, marketing, and many other skills online. They do not wait for permission or a formal path. They try, fail, learn, and try again, all through digital tools.

For many of them, technology is a way to build income and independence. Online businesses, freelancing, content creation, and remote work are normal to them. A phone or laptop can be a workplace, not a toy. Their future is not only offline, and they understand that clearly.

This generation knows how to find its own way. They are curious, self-directed, and flexible. They may not learn the same way their parents did, but that does not mean they are lost. In many cases, they are preparing for a world that is already digital.

Instead of asking why they are always online, maybe we should ask what they are building there. With trust, guidance, and understanding, technology can be a powerful tool rather than a threat. For Gen Z, it is often the bridge to growth, not a barrier.