Technology and Its Evolution Quiz

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What are the two components that make up the term technology?

Craft and Innovation

Techne and Logia (correct)

Art and Science

Engineering and Design

Which statement best describes the relationship between technology and human needs?

Technology transforms nature to meet human demands. (correct)

Technology is limited to man-made objects and has no relation to nature.

Technology is solely focused on natural science.

Technology exists independently of human needs.

What was a significant outcome of the Industrial Revolution?

A reduction in technological innovations.

A return to agricultural practices.

A shift from agriculture to mechanization of production. (correct)

Increased reliance on theoretical knowledge.

How did the Industrial Revolution affect the understanding of technology?

Technology evolved to encompass broader scientific knowledge and organization. Signup and view all the answers

In which way did the resources of Britain contribute to its wealth during the Industrial Revolution?

Colonies provided the primary resources necessary for wealth creation. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the nature of technological innovation post-Industrial Revolution?

It involved large-scale organizations integrating broader knowledge. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Logia' refer to in the context of technology?

The knowledge and understanding of a subject. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following features is not typically associated with technology?

Theoretical analysis without practical applications Signup and view all the answers

What organization did the American government eventually hand over internet management to?

IANA Signup and view all the answers

In what year was IANA connected to ICANN?

1998 Signup and view all the answers

What significant feature introduced by Google contributed to its success?

Page Ranking Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was the first search engine that became popular?

Yahoo Signup and view all the answers

What type of internet connection replaced dial-up systems in the late 1990s?

Cable modems and DSL Signup and view all the answers

What was an important application developed in 1972 that contributed to the spread of the internet?

E-mail Signup and view all the answers

Which company aimed to make the internet accessible to users with limited technical knowledge?

AOL Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of ICANN in relation to the internet?

To develop internet policies and oversee global communities Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason for the Associated Press to make an agreement with Western Union?

To reduce costs of receiving news Signup and view all the answers

How did England's control over international telegram lines affect news flow?

It ensured complete control over global news content Signup and view all the answers

Which invention, along with the telegraph, played a role in changing people's perception of space?

Photography Signup and view all the answers

What significant changes accompanied the invention of photography in 1839?

The introduction of new transportation technologies Signup and view all the answers

What was a consequence of the phonograph's invention in 1877?

It made human voice and music consumable Signup and view all the answers

What overarching theme connects the developments of the telegraph, photography, and phonograph?

Their contributions to mass society from the industrial revolution Signup and view all the answers

Which factor was primarily responsible for new social class relations during the industrial revolution?

Rapid industrial capitalism and urbanization Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase 'whoever controls the telegram lines, he controls the news' imply?

The ability to send telegrams directly influences news narratives Signup and view all the answers

What is a defining characteristic of Web 2.0 compared to Web 1.0?

Web 2.0 emphasizes user-generated content. Signup and view all the answers

Who is primarily credited with popularizing the term Web 2.0?

Tim O'Reilly Signup and view all the answers

According to Tim O'Reilly's comparison of Web 1.0 and Web 2.0, what concept is associated with Web 1.0?

Personal web pages Signup and view all the answers

What was Darcy DiNucci's view on web content in her 1999 article?

It was merely the beginning of a more dynamic web. Signup and view all the answers

What was Tim Berners-Lee's perspective on the concept of Web 2.0?

He labeled it as exaggerated jargon. Signup and view all the answers

What type of applications became more prevalent during the Web 2.0 era?

User-contributed content applications Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a misconception about user interaction in Web 2.0?

Users can only contribute content. Signup and view all the answers

How did Web 2.0 change the interaction between content providers and users?

It blurred the lines between creators and consumers. Signup and view all the answers

What significant milestone regarding internet usage occurred in 1995?

The internet reached a large number of users worldwide. Signup and view all the answers

Which organization played a crucial role in the establishment of the internet in 1969?

ARPA Signup and view all the answers

Who first proposed the concept of a web-like system of knowledge in 1945?

Vannevar Bush Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of Americans had access to online information services as late as 1993?

8% Signup and view all the answers

Which development is credited as the first communication between computers leading to the internet?

Complex number calculator Signup and view all the answers

In which decade did the significant advancements leading to the development of the internet begin?

1940s Signup and view all the answers

What is the network society thesis mainly associated with?

Manuel Castells' exploration of the internet's role in society Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true about the ARPA organization established in 1958?

It was founded after the launch of Sputnik. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Technology

Combination of "Techne" (art, craft) and "Logia" (knowledge)
Refers to all man-made and unnatural objects, including production stages and human dimensions.
Transforming nature to serve human needs

Features of Technology

Involves the complete infrastructure required for design, production, operation, and repair of technological tools.
Combination of natural science and engineering.

The Industrial Revolution

Began in 18th century England, shifting from agriculture to mechanized production.
The industrial revolution brought science and technology closer together.
It transformed England's economic landscape, moving away from reliance on domestic resources towards those from colonies.

The Rise of Large-Scale Organizations

As technology relied on knowledge exceeding individual capabilities, larger organizations emerged to manage its development.

The Impact of Technology on Communication

Telegraph's social use influenced communication in the Industrial Revolution.
The development of communication technologies impacted commercial life, urbanization, and social control.

The Invention of Photography

Coincided with the Industrial Revolution and accelerated the rise of mass society.
Revolutionized how people perceived time and space.

The Birth of Mass Media

Photography and the phonograph (1877) stabilized images and sounds, respectively.
These technologies contributed to the emergence of mass media.

The Internet Era

The internet provides the foundation for the "Information Age" (Castells).
1995 marked a turning point in internet adoption.

Precursors to the Internet

Early developments for the internet date back to the 1940s, including the first steps towards computer-to-computer communication and the vision of a universal knowledge system (Vannevar Bush, 1945).

Internet Development

The internet was developed over 30 years before becoming widely popular.
ARPANET (1969), a computer network developed by the US Advanced Research Projects Agency, paved the way for modern-day internet.

Internet Governance

IANA (Internet Assigned Numbers Authority), an organization established in the 1970s, was initially responsible for internet management.
In 1998, IANA incorporated into ICANN (Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers), a private-public partnership under American government regulation.

Web 2.0

Web 2.0 characterized by increased user contribution and a blur between content providers and consumers.
This era marked by the rise of blogs, social networks, and wikis.
While Web 2.0 is widely accepted, some experts believe the distinction between Web 1.0 and Web 2.0 is exaggerated.

Google and the Web

Google emerged as a pioneer in search engines and online media.
Its innovation, “Page Ranking”, revolutionized information retrieval.

The Internet's Impact on Society

The internet's influence on social interaction is visible in the content most searched for on the internet (e.g., games, celebrities, sports).

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Explore the multifaceted concepts of technology, its features, and its impact on society throughout history. This quiz covers key topics from the Industrial Revolution to the rise of large-scale organizations and the evolution of communication. Test your knowledge on how technology has transformed human life and our environment.