After seeing the documentary on the telegraph, I found it very interesting how humans were trying to find a new and improved version of communication during the 1800s. As the media and press rose to fame, even the scientists were trying to make sure that people are using this new source of information to the fullest. The invention of the telegraph was an added advantage to the media as it made data transfer easier than ever. I found it surprising how humans are always hungry for more and never satisfied fully. The invention of the telegraph opened the doors for other technologies such as modern-day social media