5 Questions
What best describes the society in the Information Age?
Highly modernized, automated, data-driven, and technologically advanced
What is another name for the Information Age?
Digital Age
When did the Information Age begin?
Last quarter of the 20th century
What is a characteristic of the Information Age?
Effortless accessibility of information through publications and computer networks
What is the primary factor driving the society in the Information Age?
Growing development of information technology
Study Notes
The Information Age
- The Information Age is characterized by a society that is highly dependent on information and technology.
- Another name for the Information Age is the Digital Age.
- The Information Age began in the latter half of the 20th century, with the widespread adoption of computers and the internet.
- A key characteristic of the Information Age is the rapid and exponential growth of information and data.
- The primary factor driving the society in the Information Age is the rapid advancement of technology, particularly in the fields of computing, communication, and information storage.
Test your knowledge of the Information Age with this quiz covering specific issues in Science, Technology, and Society (STS). Explore the development and evolution of technology from ancient times to the present day. See how well you know the defining characteristics of the modern, data-driven, and technologically advanced society.
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