Post by geriatrix on May 14, 2016 9:58:57 GMT
Pro:
Present day seafarers are as updated on current affairs. You can transfer funds online sitting in your cabin in the middle of the ocean. Internet onboard allows seafarers to keep in touch with their families through chat clients. Emergencies at home can be immediately communicated onboard. Access to social media. Downloading digital manuals for onboard machinery.
Con:
With vessels turning dry (zero alcohol policy), the social life onboard is already strained. Internet proved to be the last nail in the coffin. It virtually brought the social life onboard to a grinding halt. Everyone just wants to rush through with dinner and get wired. The onboard access has to be controlled due to excessive date usage. The master or mate has to reprimand the crew memberfor using the internet when they should've been fast asleep.
Present day seafarers are as updated on current affairs. You can transfer funds online sitting in your cabin in the middle of the ocean. Internet onboard allows seafarers to keep in touch with their families through chat clients. Emergencies at home can be immediately communicated onboard. Access to social media. Downloading digital manuals for onboard machinery.
Con:
With vessels turning dry (zero alcohol policy), the social life onboard is already strained. Internet proved to be the last nail in the coffin. It virtually brought the social life onboard to a grinding halt. Everyone just wants to rush through with dinner and get wired. The onboard access has to be controlled due to excessive date usage. The master or mate has to reprimand the crew memberfor using the internet when they should've been fast asleep.
