WHAT IS TECHNOLOGY
by JASKARAN SINGH HANS
1. WHAT I THOUGHT BEFORE
1.1. Any invension which makes the life easier is known as technology
1.2. Example cars , computers, etc
2. WHAT I THINK NOW
2.1. It has a more general meaning which includes any "practical application of knowledge" or "manner of accomplishing a task"
2.2. Technology has two primary components
2.2.1. Physical components such as products, tooling, etc
2.2.2. Informational component - management, marketing, etc
2.3. Earlier i only think about physical component of technology like mobile phones, computers, tools, machines etc but was unaware of informational component. Now after reading Kumar, Kumar , & Persuad (1999) i got aware of informational component of technology.
2.4. Man made objects which makes completing the tasks easier
2.4.1. What the human intellect has created that is useful is called technology ( kelly 2010)
3. WHY WE NEED NEW TECHNOLOGIES
3.1. Improve Daily life
3.1.1. They makes life more convenient. Everyday duties can be made easier by automating operations at home using smart devices.
3.2. Protect the environment
3.2.1. They help us use resources more efficiently and reduce waste. eg solar panels.
3.3. Fix problems
3.3.1. They solves problems more accurately. eg new medical tools help doctors diagnose and treat disease better.
3.4. Work smarter
3.4.1. they make tasks quicker and easier. eg computers, robots, etc.