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Papers On Technology & Society - Modern Issues
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Does Technology Yield More Harm or More Good in Our Lives?
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A 6 page paper discussing some of technology’s potentials for both good and ill, and some manifestations
of each already witnessed. In either view, technology itself is neutral and is neither good nor bad. It is our use that determines the worth of it, and only we can determine whether that use will be beneficial or for harm. In what can be accomplished through its application, the ultimate conclusion is that its benefits far outweigh its potential for and history of abuse. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Gtechb.wps
Electronic Media Analyzed
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A 3 page paper which defines electronic media, explains
its importance and effect on society, and its repercussions. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Elecmed2.wps
Surveillance and Privacy
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This 6 page paper examines the The scientific and technological controversy of surveillance and privacy. Social control and related theories are included. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Survpriv.wps
Technological Determinism
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This 11 page paper explores the theory of technological
determinism and finds support in three articles. The focus is on economic ramifications. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Techdet.wps
Technology Dependency: “The Machine Stops”
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A 10 page paper which examines technology dependency in the United States, based on, inspired by, themes presented in E.M. Forster’s story “The Machine Stops.” Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: RAtchhm.rtf
"Commodifying Bodies" - Man, Machines And Body Parts
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8 pages in length. The writer discusses cyborgs and organ donation/harvesting as they relate to the Scheper-Huges and Wacquant book entitled Commodifying Bodies. No bibliography.
Filename: TLCManMach.rtf
"Cordless Cautions": A Review of an Article Discussing Cordless Power Tool Safety Issues
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A 3 page overview of the November 2001 Tech Directions article titled "Cordless Cautions". In it authors Peter Domeny and Jennifer Uzumcu review the precautions which are necessary to safely and most effectively use cordless power tools. No additional sources are listed.
Filename: PPtoolPw.rtf
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