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What is the primary driver of the economy during the Information Age?
What is the primary driver of the economy during the Information Age?
The production, distribution, and control of information
When did the Information Age officially begin?
When did the Information Age officially begin?
1970s
Bell’s Law states that a new computer class forms roughly every ______ years establishing a new industry.
Bell’s Law states that a new computer class forms roughly every ______ years establishing a new industry.
decade
Which of the following developments occurred in the 1980s?
Which of the following developments occurred in the 1980s?
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What technological shift did the Digital Revolution signify?
What technological shift did the Digital Revolution signify?
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The Digital Revolution only led to new 'digital' equipment, without any interconnectivity.
The Digital Revolution only led to new 'digital' equipment, without any interconnectivity.
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What types of devices emerged about every 10 years since 1970?
What types of devices emerged about every 10 years since 1970?
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Study Notes
The Information Age
- The Information Age began in the 1970s with the Digital Revolution.
- Production, distribution, and control of information became the primary driver of the economy.
Digital Revolution
- The Digital Revolution involved the transition from mechanical and analog devices to digital devices.
- This shift fundamentally changed businesses, individuals, and society.
Digital Devices and Connectivity
- Digital devices could connect to each other and share data.
- Processor speed increased, allowing for faster processing and data sharing.
Bell’s Law
- Gordon Bell predicted that digital devices would evolve so quickly that they would enable new industries every 10 years.
Every 10 Years
- Every 10 years since the 1970s, new classes of digital devices have emerged, leading to new industries, companies, and platforms.
- Examples include the rise of personal computers (PCs) and local networks in the 1980s, the internet and cell phones in the 1990s, and network-enabled devices in the 2000s.
Digital Technology and Businesses
- The evolution of digital technology has significantly impacted businesses and become a primary driver of corporate profitability.
- Understanding the forces driving digital evolution is key to understanding how businesses will be affected.
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This quiz explores the pivotal era known as the Information Age, beginning in the 1970s with the Digital Revolution. It covers the evolution of digital devices, connectivity, and the impact of Gordon Bell's predictions on emerging industries. Understand the transformative changes brought about by the shift from analog to digital technology.
