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How Technology has changedthe way we live

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Overview

Every day our lives are changed by technology that rapidly moves on.

For some people the speed of the change in technology is frustratingly fast.

But the changes to technology have benefited not just technologists but every person around the world.

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Overview (continued)

Currently many new and improved technologies have changed our everyday life.

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New and Improved Technologies

Internet

Communications

Vehicles

Computers

Electronic Devices

Appliances & Home

Entertainment

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Internet

E-Commerce

Online Services

Online Learning

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Communication

Satellite Phones

Smart Phones

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Vehicles

Hybrid vehicles

100% Electric vehicles

Vehicles equipped with Bluetooth, GPS, Video Systems, On Star

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Computers

Faster Processors

Slimmer Desktop and Laptop computers

Netbook Computers

Tablet Computers

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Electronic Devices

Pocket Size HD Camcorders

24+ Megapixels Digital Cameras

3D LED TVs

Internet Connectable Blu-Ray Players

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Smart Homes

Turn on/off electronic devices and appliances

Turn on/off security alarm

Turn on/off lights

Thermostat regulation

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Entertainment

On-Demand Video Streaming Over the Internet

DVD Rental Vending Machines

Satellite Radios

HD Radios

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Pros of new technology

It makes tasks easier.

Quicker

More efficient

Better

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Cons of new technology

Less manual work

Products are made more cheaply

Technology can have adverse effects on a person’s health and safety.

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Conclusion

Has technology changed who you are or just what you do and the way you live your life? Or has it not affected you or your life at all? Or maybe, it has even helped change who you are?

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Works Cited

http://thecalmspace.com/2008/09/technology-change/

http://www.csmonitor.com/2004/0616/p25s01-stin.html

http://bigthink.com/ideas/13182

http://scilifestyle.com/inventions-that-changed-the-way-we-live.html

http://www.forbes.com/2006/02/16/sony-sun-cisco-cx_cd_0217feat_ls.html