Technology Flashcards
what is technology?
The application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, especially in the industry
what are the problems with technology?
creation of un-satisfactory jobs , lose of employment to technology, environmental pollution and faster depletion of natural resources.
Whats the new generation of technology called?
igeneration, the youth are addicted to technology and do not seem to function without it.
Unethical uses of technology?
social media, or people can start up blogs and destroy the reputation of a company with minutes.
Perks of technology for businesses?
Data is used by companies to form a better understanding of their customers needs, and are also used to form a better relationship between companies and consumers,
what is ethical lag?
Ethical lag - when the speed of technology exceeds that of its ethical development
whats an example of bad ethics within technology?
VW - setting up there cars so that when they are tested for emissions the technology changes during testing to give low results of emissions being produced. they have a 20% loss in there share price since.
what are the benefits of technology?
Increased productivity , labour easier and safer higher standard of living and increased life expectancy.
what is nanotechnology?
Science can be conducted on a nanoscale, such as molecules.