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What was the primary purpose of the telescope invented in 1609?
What was the primary purpose of the telescope invented in 1609?
How did the Jacquard loom influence modern computer technology?
How did the Jacquard loom influence modern computer technology?
What significant achievement did Wilbur and Orville Wright accomplish in 1903?
What significant achievement did Wilbur and Orville Wright accomplish in 1903?
Which milestone in television development occurred first?
Which milestone in television development occurred first?
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What impact did the invention of the telescope have on society?
What impact did the invention of the telescope have on society?
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What is 'stalkerware' primarily used for?
What is 'stalkerware' primarily used for?
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How has telemedicine impacted healthcare delivery?
How has telemedicine impacted healthcare delivery?
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What economic model is associated with the app 'Civvl'?
What economic model is associated with the app 'Civvl'?
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What is doomscrolling primarily characterized by?
What is doomscrolling primarily characterized by?
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Which company is associated with having numerous ethics violations and a large user base?
Which company is associated with having numerous ethics violations and a large user base?
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Who is credited with the invention of the ancient wheel?
Who is credited with the invention of the ancient wheel?
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What material did ancient Egyptians use for writing around 3000 BC?
What material did ancient Egyptians use for writing around 3000 BC?
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What was the primary purpose of the shadoof in ancient Egypt?
What was the primary purpose of the shadoof in ancient Egypt?
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What was the primary function of the aeolipile in ancient technology?
What was the primary function of the aeolipile in ancient technology?
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Which invention significantly changed European agriculture by enhancing soil productivity?
Which invention significantly changed European agriculture by enhancing soil productivity?
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What innovation is the mechanical clock credited with during the Middle Ages?
What innovation is the mechanical clock credited with during the Middle Ages?
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What was an unintended result of the invention of gunpowder during the Middle Ages?
What was an unintended result of the invention of gunpowder during the Middle Ages?
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Which civilization first attempted to introduce paper money into the Middle East market?
Which civilization first attempted to introduce paper money into the Middle East market?
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How did the invention of the spinning wheel impact textile production?
How did the invention of the spinning wheel impact textile production?
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What was a major outcome of the compound microscope's invention in the late 1500s?
What was a major outcome of the compound microscope's invention in the late 1500s?
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Which of the following inventions from the Middle Ages had an impact on both economy and communication?
Which of the following inventions from the Middle Ages had an impact on both economy and communication?
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Study Notes
Stalkerware and Digital Trends
- Stalkerware apps allow individuals to secretly spy on others’ devices without their consent, raising privacy concerns.
- Data void from search engines often results in limited information, leading to ineffective searches.
- Telemedicine utilizes electronic information and telecommunications for remote healthcare, promoting social distancing.
- Civvl, a gig economy app, contracts eviction crews for securing foreclosed properties, illustrating the intersection of technology and real estate.
- Doomscrolling refers to the continuous consumption of negative online content, which can adversely affect mental health.
- Facebook boasts 2.45 billion monthly active users and has faced numerous ethical violations, yet remains dominant in social media.
Ancient Innovations
- The Sumerians invented the wheel around 3500 BC, with evidence of its use in pottery before being applied in carts.
- Ancient Egyptians began using papyrus around 3000 BC for writing, marking an early form of written communication.
- The shadoof, an ancient Egyptian tool for irrigation, lifted water using a hand-operated lever, serving as a precursor to modern irrigation systems.
- The Antikythera mechanism, developed by Greek scientists between 150-100 BC, functioned similar to a clock, showing celestial time through a rotating mechanism.
- The aeolipile, credited to Hero of Alexandria in the 1st century AD, is considered an early version of the steam engine.
Advances in the Middle Ages
- The heavy plough revolutionized farming in Europe, enabling cultivation of previously unyielded clay soils, significantly boosting agricultural productivity.
- Gunpowder was accidentally invented by Chinese alchemists around 850 AD, revolutionizing warfare and spreading across Europe by the 13th century.
- Paper money emerged in the 17th century, stemming from block printing technology; although introduced by the Mongols in the Middle East, it didn't achieve immediate success.
- The mechanical clock transformed timekeeping in cities during the Middle Ages, structuring daily life and work practices.
- The spinning wheel, originating in India between the 6th and 11th centuries, improved textile production and was integrated into European manufacturing by the 13th century.
Modern Technological Breakthroughs
- The compound microscope, invented in 1590 by Janssen, enhanced magnification capabilities significantly over single-lens models.
- Galileo's use of the telescope in 1609 permitted revolutionary astronomical observations, revealing details about the moon's surface.
- The Jacquard loom, created by Joseph Marie Jacquard in 1804, pioneered textile manufacturing and influenced modern computing with its punched card system.
- The Wright brothers successfully flew the first powered airplane, the 1903 Wright Flyer, on December 17, 1903, at Kitty Hawk, NC, marking a major milestone in aviation history.
- John Logie Baird's work between 1924-1928 laid the foundation for modern television, culminating in the broadcast of recognizable images and moving pictures.
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This quiz explores various issues related to technology and privacy, including the use of stalkerware apps, the data void in search engines, and the implications of telemedicine. Additionally, it examines the impact of gig economy applications on foreclosures. Test your knowledge on these contemporary digital dilemmas.