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Before the arrival of the digital camera, photography was a very different experience. People used cameras that required (35) __________ film to capture images. Each roll of film could only hold a limited number of pictures, and you couldn't see your photos immediately. Instead of instant results, you had to take the film to a special shop to be developed. This process was complex and (36) __________ a lot of time, making each photograph feel very precious.

The first digital camera was invented by an engineer at Kodak named Steven Sasson in 1975. However, it was not like the cameras we know today. It was large, weighed almost 4 kilograms, and recorded black and white images to a cassette tape. The resolution was very low, with only 0.01 megapixels. In an interview, the inventor later said that he (37) __________ if people would ever want to view their photos on a television, which was the only way to see the images this camera produced.

For many years, this technology developed slowly because the components were very expensive. The digital sensor, which replaced film, was difficult to manufacture. If film cameras were still the only option today, photography (38) __________ much more expensive and less accessible for everyone. Over time, however, technology improved. The first digital cameras that used memory cards instead of tape were introduced in the late 1980s, marking a significant step forward.

(39) __________, cameras became smaller and cheaper, and the quality of the images got much better. During the 1990s and early 2000s, the number of pixels in sensors increased dramatically, leading to sharper and more detailed photos. It soon became clear that this new technology was (40) __________. Many traditional camera companies struggled to (41) __________ with the rapid changes, as consumers quickly moved from buying film to buying digital cameras.

Today, the story has evolved again. While dedicated digital cameras still exist for professionals and hobbyists, most people use the powerful cameras built into their smartphones. This shift shows how quickly technology can change our daily habits. Most people have stopped (42) __________ separate digital cameras, as their smartphones are powerful enough for daily photography. The digital camera was a revolutionary invention that paved the way for the instant, shareable world of images we live in now.

For many teenagers in Vietnam, the world of online gaming is a thrilling escape, but it's often viewed by parents as a waste of time. However, this perspective is rapidly becoming outdated. The global e-sports industry, a field where Vietnamese teams sponsored by giants like VNG Corporation are making their mark, is proving that gaming is more than just a hobby. Beyond the potential to become a professional player, the hours spent in complex games like 'League of Legends' or 'Valorant' cultivate a surprising range of skills that are highly valued in the modern professional world.

The most obvious of these are 'soft skills.' In team-based games, success is impossible without constant communication, collaboration, and strategic planning. A team leader in a game must manage different personalities, assign roles based on strengths, and motivate their squad towards a common objective—much like a project manager in a company. These abilities are transferable, meaning the teamwork and leadership you demonstrate in a virtual arena can be directly applied to a real-world office environment. Effectively coordinating a five-person raid is not so different from leading a small project team.

Beyond teamwork, gaming sharpens critical cognitive abilities. Top-level players are masters of rapid decision-making under immense pressure. They constantly analyze vast amounts of information—enemy positions, resource levels, and ability cooldowns—to make split-second choices that determine victory or defeat. These cognitive abilities, such as analytical thinking and problem-solving, are in high demand. Many companies, especially in the tech and data analytics sectors, seek candidates who can think on their feet and solve complex problems efficiently. When gamers practice these skills for hours, they are essentially training their brains for some of today's most challenging jobs.

The key challenge for young gamers is learning how to articulate these skills to potential employers. Simply writing "Good at video games" on a C.V. is not effective. Instead, you need to translate your experience into professional language. For example, instead of saying you lead a clan in a game, you can state, "Developed leadership and strategic planning skills by coordinating a team of 15+ members in a competitive setting to achieve top rankings." This reframes your hobby as valuable experience, demonstrating self-awareness and maturity.

Therefore, while not every gamer will become a sponsored e-sports star, the skills acquired are far from useless. The perception of gaming is shifting from a mindless pastime to a legitimate training ground for essential 21st-century competencies. By understanding and describing these hidden talents, young people can leverage their passion for gaming into a significant advantage for their future careers.