TECHNOLOGY MEANING , HISTORY, EFFECTS ,ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF TECHNOLOGY.

MEANING OF TECHNOLOGY -

1. The technology is the branch of knowledge that deals with the creation and use of technical means and their interrelation with life, society and the environment , drawing upon such subjects as industrial arts, engineering, applied science and pure science.

2. The application of this knowledge for practical ends.

3. The terminology of an art , science etc technical nomenclature. 4. A scientific or industrial process , invention , method or the like.

5. The sum of the Watson which social groups provide themselves with the materials object of their civilization.

6. The word technology comes from the Greek tekne (technical art, skill) and logos( knowledge).

7. The technology is the use of scientific knowledge for practical purpose or application , whether in industry or in our everyday lives.

HISTORY OF TECHNOLOGY -

    The origin of the technology dates back to the stone age, when our ancestor discovered the existence in nature of a series of atone extremely hard which could mold and sharpen it , this discovery with experience developed to sharper allowed them to make the first knives, axes and cutting tools which facilitate the work of hunting in order to ensure daily food ration.

     All object around us in our daily lives arr product of different technological advances that have developed over the centuries of our existence , we have transformed natural resources to make tools and machine that make our live more easy , satisfy our curiousity an desire to excel.Computer, tablets and smartphone car airplane the bulb and the microchip , the first man on the moon and conquer of the space are milestones of our latest technology.

EFFECTS OF TECHNOLOGY -

Technological advances have radically changed our way of thinking , being and living as well as the surrounding environment . In the current horrible situation due to covid 19 virus , everything has stopped but still the technology is live and help us in connecting many people with each other for doing business , communication from home , through online mode.

    We have cut numerous extension of trees in order to obtain wood, we synthesized chemical compounds in the laboratory which have interacted and changed our environment . But all is not bad buton the contrary, thanks to technology our hope and quality of life has greatly increased thanks  to the technical and scientific advances we are able to detect and cure diseases. That previously were fatal , have created a society where any person has access to knowledge through internet, thanks to technology we generate, store and distribute any types of food, clothing and product that improve our level and quality of life , technology has created machine that performs arduous , dangerous work and requiring a great effort for man , thanks to technology we can communicate with anyone in the world , have conquered the moon and soon the space.

ADVANTAGES OF TECHNOLOGY FOR STUDENTS LIFE -

1. Independent learning has become easier and more effective- the internet cam provide you with information in any field . No matter what you need to know , you can easily find that online and in the present horrible situation corona virus , the students are going through online study for the preparation of their exams.

2. Good preparation for the future- using digital technology in students life is a good thing because it prepare students for the technology based competitive world of the future. When these learners grow up, they will be comfortable with digital devices. If they need to learn a new skill, they will quickly learn it.

3. Learning with technology is much more interesting - when students use these tools , learning becomes very interesting . If they do not enjoy something they can learn it in a host of ways . With images , graphs , videos lessons can be delivered in more interesting ways.

DISADVANTAGES OF TECHNOLOGY FOR STUDENTS LIFE -

1. Lack of interest in hard work - Due to the availability of all types of information online, many students are now becoming lazy. They no longer want to study the hard way . Many students are neglecting the basics of education. As they forget the basics, they cannot learn advanced lessons.

2. Misuse of technology - Mobile devices , computers and other technologies are usually seen as tools of entertainment , not of education . Textbooks are known as just tools for learning .