Scientology & the Internet

 Ever since its introduction into society, the internet has played a crucial role in the development of religion. The internet offers many beneficial services for all religions. It is a technology that can be used to spread religious beliefs, to practice religious rituals, and to congregate with other people who share similar or contrasting beliefs. However, the internet can also serve as a tool that negatively affects a religion. The Church of Scientology is no exception when it comes to the impact of the internet. The relationship that Scientology has with the internet is very prominent. The controversy that has been surrounding Scientology since it originated in 1952 has followed its transformation over the internet. The internet's main influence on the Church of Scientology, which has been heavily debated, is the impact on the Church's credibility in terms of its beliefs and practices.