We have seen the rise of telephones, then cell phones and phones that could access the internet and now we are seeing a rash of touch screen phones. While cell phones have not been universalized, the market is still developing according to preference and demand, as well as new technological advances. Many prefer to actually push buttons instead of using a screen. Others prefer the high tech touch screen used in many of the more modern model phones.
Whatever you prefer, there is no doubt about the age we live in being more technologically advanced than any other. The amount of terabytes that are transmitted every day is astonishing. With lasers and all the new technology today, the amount of information being spread is growing at an amazing rate.
By no means do I believe this technology should be feared. We are far from a Matrix style, even of AI taking over, yet at the same time the technology we create should be respected. The fascinating thing is the limitless possibilities that are presented to us and what the future holds as far as the information exchange is concerned. If 3 terabytes can travel through 1 laser in 1 second, how many lasers and how many seconds would it take to transmit enough energy to allow teleportation? The possibilities for new found technology open up not only possibilities here on Earth, but the universe as well.
How are we using this technology? Well, of course, with the invention of touch screen phones and other touch only devices, the video game world has opened up a bit, digital art capabilities have been enhanced and, of course, the world wide browser is at your fingertips without even needing a mouse and keyboard. The worst thing for people to do is ignore this technology. While I can thoroughly enjoy life without technology it is, nonetheless, a tool that can be utilized. It is hard to imagine how hard it must have been to do research for a paper 20 years ago, sorting through a library of books for things to help you. Now research can be done in minutes and you find the information you need. Get ready to strap yourself in, as humans are moving along fast and it is all about keeping up. The worst thing that is rather bothersome is that our technology is being wasted in the hands of teenagers who are texting nonstop.
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