Perceived Effect of Internet Use on Students Overall Performance

This research study explores the students’ perceived importance and effect of Internet use on their overall performance (i.e., both academic as well as non-academic activities in their college environment). Considering the importance of the Internet utilisation and its effects amongst the students, this exploratory study was conducted among students of the National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal, Haryana. The study reveals that, regarding the effect of Internet use on academic performance, a majority of the respondents strongly agree with the statement that the Internet facilitates to retrieve latest information and facilitates improved systems of communication, whereas a majority of them agree with the statement that the Internet facilitates saving of time and energy and cost –effective as well, and that it had a positive impact on academic experience. And, in case of their non-academic performance, a majority of the respondents agree with the statement that the Internet facilitates to maintain a wide circle of friends.