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What does the Information Age refer to?
What is the Information Age also known as?
According to James R. Messenger, what are the primary factors driving the Information Age forward?
What is one of the aspects of our society influenced by the Information Age?
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What did James R. Messenger propose in 1982 about the Information Age?
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How does information sharing take place in the Information Age?
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Study Notes
The Information Age
- Refers to the current era, characterized by the rapid development and widespread use of information technology
- Also known as the Computer Age, Digital Age, or New Media Age
Driving Factors
- Primary factors driving the Information Age forward: the rapid development of computer technology, the increasing availability of the internet, and the advancement of telecommunications
Social Impact
- One aspect of our society influenced by the Information Age: the way people communicate and interact with each other
James R. Messenger's Proposal
- In 1982, James R. Messenger proposed that the Information Age would be driven by the convergence of computer and communication technologies
Information Sharing
- In the Information Age, information sharing takes place through digital channels, such as the internet, social media, and online platforms
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Test your knowledge about the period when information became effortlessly accessible through computers and networks, and the evolution of conveying symbolic information among humans. Explore the impact of the Information Age on various aspects of society.
