Has the internet been a good thing for graphic design?

[Byron]

Hey guys,

I’m a third year student studying a BA Hons in Graphic Design and am working on a study into how the Internet has impacted on graphic design and designers.

It is clear that since the advent of the Internet graphic designers have had to extend their range of skills. Designing digitally for an online audience is now an important part of a graphic designer’s role.

But is this good or bad news? Has graphic design been diminished or enhanced by the web?

In this study I’m asking graphic designers what they think? I want your opinions about whether the opportunity for the general public to create a pop up website has taken away the skills and creativity of the graphic designer? Or is it just a case of giving everybody a chance?

I would appreciate it if you could take 5 minutes to fill out my survey, it's only 10 questions...

Here is the link to the survey:

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=SfFlbyBemuahv0wagpqzCQ_3d_3d

Thanks for your time.

Regards

Byron Rawlings