Thursday, January 17, 2008

Technology and Change

Advances in technology that allow faster and more convenient transfer of information is, for the most part, a good thing. Of course, as with any invention, those whose intentions are evil will find ways to abuse those technological tools. However, I disagree with many of the things that Neil Postman spoke about in Denver, Colorado on March 27, 1998 regarding the negativity of the advancement of technology. While it is true that there are those who misuse it, that does not mean that the technology is a bad thing in and of itself, but rather it makes apparent a problem that has always existed in the world. In general, the advantages of progress in knowledge and technology far outweight any minor disadvantages that may occur and mankind should always seek to learn and do more.

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