Technology's Neutrality

In the article “Is Technology Neutral,” Whelchel discusses whether or not technology is morally neutral. Towards the beginning of the article, Whelchel briefly mentions two viewpoints on this question, a viewpoint from Melvin Kranzberg and a viewpoint from Arnold Pacey. These viewpoints seem to coincide with the common-sense view and the strong view perspectives of the neutrality of technology. It is evident that these two arguments of the neutrality of technology are vastly different, but there does not seem to be a clear-cut answer on which of these viewpoints can be used as the ultimate answer to the question of whether or not technology is neutral.

People say that technology is neutral and it is up to us how long we use it and what we use it for. Tristan Harris says this is just not true. “It's not neutral. They want you to use it in particular ways and for long periods of time. That's how they make their money.” (Harris Brain-Hacking 60 minute video)

By and large, it is of little debate in today’s sophisticated world that technology is of paramount importance. This is inasmuch as people always tend to find a more convenient solution to address their problems. With this in mind, it is quite expected to notice some of its characteristics are somewhat controversial due to its prominent standing; a substantial number of people wonder what role technology has on human’s life. One idea of prominence in this regard is that the more the people rely on technologies, the more they will lose their thinking ability. I personally agree with the statement to some extent. The rationale behind this thesis will be elaborated in the ensuing lines.

Technology has made great advances on a global scale, especially within the last half century. Works of fiction and informational texts have addressed the numerous influences of modern innovation. Technological advances can be both beneficial and detrimental to society.

Some say that technology is the evil that will overcome humanity, others say it is something that will lead us to a new way of thinking about the world. In the book Remix by Catherine Latterell, she writes three assumptions about technology: Technologies are machines, technologies bring progress or peril, and technology is neutral. These assumptions are what some people make about the technology. In Latterell’s book there was an article by Langdon Winner who wrote “Technology Somnambulism” which was about how in the modern world we are being controlled by technology, we change the way we live because of technology. Now given the assumptions that Latterell gives, technology can really be seen as something that is good for the world because it can teach us how to be a better socializer, speeds up the process of doing things, and allows a new kind of learning tool for future generations.

Without technology most people would be lost. People don’t think about how much technology impacts their everyday life; you couldn’t do most easy things without technology like simply talking with your family everyday when you aren’t with them, but I also think sometimes we would be better off without so much technology. You might think technology is all good, but in many ways it has ruined our world over time. 60% of adults in our society have smartphones and 42% have a tablet computer(Wade). Technology itself is not negative the way people use technology and take advantage of the technology is what is bad about it. The way people overuse technology is where the problems start. It has affected our world a lot; some of the ways are very good but also some have definitely ruined our society and changed how it’s ran. It has affected our relationships, our mental and physical states, our jobs, and the way we live our lives. We humans use technology for almost everything like, to communicate, to travel, to learn, and to do business. One of the best things that has come out of technology is the way it’s used with medical advancements, making new medical cures and using technology to save lives everyday. I believe that the worst thing that has come out of all of the new technology that people these days only communicate over texting or calling, and some kids don’t even know how to talk in front of people because all their life they have been able to be behind a screen while talking. Society and technology can not be separated; we have cyclical co-dependence on technology(Ramey). There are many more pros and cons to technology, so now I will enlighten you them.

Mankind has had a yearning for knowledge since the dawn of time, causing giant technological leaps. At the dawn of the new millennium technology thrived, and since then, technology has taken our world in a completely different direction than anyone could have imagined. Just like everything else, people have their own opinions and they either like, or dislike what technology has brought into our lives. If we look at the idea of technology from both sides, it is having more of a negative effect on our society today because communication skills are deteriorating, technology is changing the way we think for the worse, and privacy issues are bigger than ever.

Technological advancements have shown a substantial growth concerned with each and every field whether it be the communication systems, astronomy, semiconductor devices, automobiles, electronic devices of daily Society has become more and more usage, bio-electronic devices, building and dependent on technology. So much so that we architectural design techniques or the sometimes lack the willingness to think before computers we act. We become impatient if it takes more

In modern day America we are living in an age of technological wonders. Technology has expanded at a mind-boggling pace within these last few decades. With this massive technology boom were experiencing, the simple question of whether technology has a positive impact or a negative impact on our society has become quite a controversial subject. To the majority of us the recent developments in modern technology are viewed as stepping stones of our human progress; while to others it is viewed as the downfall of our society. These advancements in technology make our lives better in more ways than we usually acknowledge. Technology is leading our society into the future.

Technology has has made tremendous progress throughout the years, starting first with the wheel back in 3500 BCE, to today with self-driving cars to cell phones on your wrist. Technology is machinery and equipment which is developed from the application of scientific knowledge, and the invention of new tools that make the process of living a little easier. All this technology is great and keeps our society moving forward, but indeed it does come at a cost. By examining the Anthropological, Sociological, and Psychological approaches, one can see that technology is beneficial to society but does come at a steep cost.

Defined as the “purposeful application of information in the design, production, and utilization of goods and services, and in the organization of human activities”, technology has many applications in today’s world (WebFinance, Inc.). Whether the newest cellular device, video gaming console or tablet, or even some new vaccine or cure for a disease, technology is meant to make humans’ lives easier, faster, less stressful, more enjoyable and ultimately better, and make society a better place.

Have you said hello to more people than you have texted today? Technology has become more advanced rapidly over the past few decades. Since it has become so advanced, it is now easier for us to access the internet. Technology is now becoming a common factor in our daily lives. Most people feel as if we cannot go without using technology. We use our devices to call, text, listen to music, take pictures, and get on social sites. With it being such a big part in our daily life, it has a greater impact than we know. Society has become too dependent upon technology rather than using any other resources.

Technology has been a term used to describe the advancement and creation of man made inventions throughout the years. Technology has always been incorporated into human history; from the neanderthals use of rocks and sticks, to the creation of makeshift hammers and tools, and finally, to the inventions of handheld devices that hold the world’s vast amount of knowledge within them. Technology has been around, constantly growing and advancing alongside humans, as a companion throughout global development. Technology has helped improve the lives of everyday citizens, specifically adolescents. With homework and other various needs, technology is a must have to the adolescents of modern time. Technology, however, is like a coin. On one side technology benefits and on the other greatly hinders the lives of adolescents today. While technology can be beneficial both socially and healthwise, it can also hinder educational performance and become a serious safety issue. Technology can provide various benefits to adolescents, as well as, become a major safety issue and decrease academic performance if not used in proper moderation.

With the level of maturity of our technology, we really don’t know how lucky we are to have it. People in past generations had to live without technology and the use of the internet to aid them. Our generation now relies on the internet for everything, whether it is for research, school work, or communication and socialization. But as we evolve, technology evolves with us which leaves behind the old fashioned use of books. This brings us to the analysis of are we relying on technology and the use of the internet too much? Despite the argument by many that the evolving technology is making us dumber by spoon feeding us information, technology is actually benefitting us through communication and provides for new, creative ways to learn.

In today’s world everything relies on technology. Technology has aided in making day to day life simpler, as well as keep us all connected. Organizations today continue to grow using all the newest technological advancements. The use of technology can help mold the foundation for which a company is able to grow from, but it can also be the very cause of the same company’s demise. It is for that reason, that an organization should take appropriate actions to protect its Information Systems (IS) against any vulnerability. An information system is made up of many parts with each having their own areas of weakness. The best practice is to understand how each area is vulnerable, and adjust the protocols to limit the damages that could occur.