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How does Marshall McLuhan view the influence of technology on society?
As autonomous and independent, out of our control.
According to Marshall McLuhan, what is the significance of 'the medium is the message'?
Technology has the power to change behavior and force adaptation.
What does the example of the invention of the light bulb illustrate in relation to technology's influence?
The profound impact on society's perception of time.
How does television's influence relate to the concept of 'globalisation'?
Television has increased its influence exponentially with the concept of 'globalisation'.
How does the alternative school of thought view the relationship between technology and social, cultural, and political factors?
They are intertwined and cannot be removed from technology.
Take this quiz to test your knowledge of the contrasting viewpoints of technological determinism and cultural materialism in relation to the impact of technology on our cultural, political, and economic spheres. Explore the theories and interpretations surrounding our generation's increasing reliance on technology.
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