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unbiased towards the subject, the writer positions readers to be more accepting
of his contention as they are exposed to both aspects of the debate, and so are
allowed to establish an opinion on the issue themselves. By revealing both facets
of the dilemma, Voxi gains readers trust as they are not mislead or withheld from
information.
The fear of privacy invasion is also addressed, in that Voxi offers relatively simple
solutions to an initially complex problem. As a major concern in the development
of technology is privacy issues, Voxi explains how you can protest and get
them removed if worried. By confronting the issue and proposing an answer
readers trust in the writer is reinforced, as he has for the second time confronted
a flaw in his argument. Voxi capitalises on this technique by proceeding to
include the rhetorical question, why wouldnt you want it in your life?, so as to
impose a one-directional response from readers who proceed to feel pressured to
comply with the writers contention. Voxi repeats this methodology when
addressing the concerns of older readers, when he asks Whats there to be
afraid of?. By yielding no obvious response, these individuals are inclined to
consider Voxis answer and consequently accept it.
The writer alters the form of writing to be more personal, by noting that hot air
balloons are always...looking into my windows too. This is so as to subdue
reader concerns for safety in light of technological advancements, by reminding
them that he too is an ordinary member of society. By expressing his contempt
attitude towards the risk involved with digital revolution, concerned readers are
comforted and are less inclined to oppose the writer. Voxi later described
individuals who reject technology as losers, implementing a direct attack on
people who oppose his contention. Such action is done so as to direct readers to
feel part of the majority, playing on the instinctual desire of humans to belong.
The strategic placement of this assault at the conclusion of the opinion piece,
infers that this last technique is aimed towards readers who are yet to comply
with the writers argument.
Through both inclusive and attacking language, the writer evokes compliance
from readers, by allowing them to relate to him and feel pressured to accept the
contention. By including flaws the writer gains reader support as they are not
mislead and denied information, further reinforcing the argument that the
digital revolution should be embraced, and without it you wont be in touch
and connected.