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What is Technology by Mind Map: What is Technology

1. It is the use of tools and scientific knowledge to solve problems, enhance human existence, and improve processes.

2. After

2.1. Multifunctional: It includes multiple interconnected purposes such as - education and business

2.1.1. Digital Systems anid Networks: It is now viewed as digital systems, networks, and software that power most functions.

2.1.1.1. Complex Problem Solving: It is now understand the tools for solving complex global issues like climate change, healthcare

3. Before

3.1. Physical Products: Technology was thought of primarily in terms of physical products or gadget

3.2. Focus on Efficiency: Technology make the tasks quicker and easier.

4. How have your ideas changed?

4.1. From Basic Tools to Complicated Systems: Technology has evolved into an integrated system that affects many facets of life, not only devices. It uses scientific understanding to address difficult issues on a global scale.

4.1.1. Transition from Efficiency to Solving Problems: Technology is becoming more than simply a tool for speeding up work; it is also a vital tool for addressing global issues like healthcare and climate change.

4.1.1.1. Emphasis on Entertainment to Considerations: Once thought of as tools for pleasure, technology now brings up significant ethical concerns like employment displacement, privacy, and AI biases

5. Single Function:Technology was thought to have a single function, such as calculation or communication.

6. Why do we need new technologies?

6.1. Overcome Global Challenges: Use creative thinking to address pressing problems including resource shortages, healthcare, and climate change.

6.1.1. Boost Efficiency: Make operations faster and more sustainable while increasing productivity and cutting expenses across sectors.

6.1.1.1. Improve Quality of Life: Boost general well-being by expanding access to healthcare, education, and communication.

6.1.1.1.1. Encourage Economic Growth: Promote development and prosperity by establishing new markets, industries, and employment opportunities.

7. Four unique references from the course material.

7.1. Address Global Issues: In order to ensure a more sustainable future and fight climate change, new technologies—like the clean energy options covered in the "Sustainable Technologies" module—are essential.

7.1.1. Increase Efficiency: The "Automation and AI" module focuses on how automation technologies reduce human labor and increase overall productivity by optimizing industrial processes.

7.1.1.1. Improve Quality of Life: The "Healthcare Innovation" module shows how improvements in biotechnology and telemedicine are enhancing patient outcomes and accessibility to medical care.

7.1.1.1.1. Drive Economic Growth: We discovered in the "Digital Transformation" module that technology stimulates economic growth by opening up new markets, improving corporate operations, and encouraging an entrepreneurial spirit.

8. Citations and References

8.1. Dyer, J. (2009, December 27). Defining the Word “Technology” … Four Times. Retrieved from Don’t Eat The Fruit: http://donteatthefruit.com/2009/12/defining-the-word-%E2%80%9Ctechnology%E2%80%A6-four-times/ Friedel, R. (2002). Food For Thought. Technology and Culture, 845.ens Greenlish, D. (2013, April 2). An Interview with Computing Pioneer Alan Kay. Retrieved from Time Magazine: http://techland.time.com/2013/04/02/a-Greenlish-interview-with-computing-pioneer-alan-kay/ Sacasas, M. (2014, February 14). Hard to understand the thing that we call technology. Retrieved from The Frailest Thing: http://thefrailestthing.com/2014/02/14/what-are-we-talking-about-when-we-talk-about-technology/