Chapter 6

Question 1

Define technology?

Answer 1

machines, devices and an understanding of their operation and how they fit into society. Must have 3 elements. Pieces of apparatus, techniques of operation, the social institutions in which technical activities take place.

Question 2

Define instrumentalism

Answer 2

technology is a value neutral tool that helps us achieve our goals more efficiently

Question 3

Define determinism

Answer 3

technology operates according to an inherent, internal logic; the effects of technology are imposed by the technology itself.

Question 4

Define substantivism

Answer 4

tech operates according to inherent logic at expense of humanity.

Question 5

Define liberalism

Answer 5

Human excellence is promoted by universal power of tech.

Question 6

Define constuctivism

Answer 6

tech is socially constructed and shaped by social forces.

Question 7

Define critical theory on technology

Answer 7

humans have choices in how they develop, use and engage with tech.

Question 8

Define technological imperative

Answer 8

the belief that we should continue to develop and use new tech.

Question 9

Define technological determinism

Answer 9

the belief that new tech innovations will shape society at full capacity.

Question 10

Define policies

Answer 10

ensure that needs of the public, cultural and national groups are met. Ensure that certain businesses do not prevent others from continuing.

Question 11

Define geoblocking

Answer 11

limiting online content based on region

Question 12

Define network neutrality

Answer 12

all points on the network are equal while it is neutral

Question 13

Define technology transfer

Answer 13

the export of techs from one country to another

Question 14

Define collective rights

Answer 14

power to forbid the import or export of certain types of info

Question 15

Define individual rights

Answer 15

the right to seek, receive and impart info