Small Post #1

As technology advances we have to be increasingly aware of its effects on society. Through history new inventions have continually made our world a better place. The danger of new technology has always been present, but it continues to move forward.  Many have tried to stop new inventions, but were trampled. The dangers of the new rather than being halted have been checked by each individual as they are presented to their community or family. It has been combated with restrictions and new inventions. In the past it was the educated, skilled, and wealthy that used to new technology and therefore decided if and how it was used. The farmer with land was the first to use the plow, and the wealthy business man that invested in the printing press. Perhaps the greatest difference today is the people using the technology. Today it is no longer the adults that are the first or main users of the new equipment. Teenagers can do more on their phones than their parents can do on a computer. Parents are often clueless on how to use the newest gadget while their kids are masters. Now that technology does not have the check of an adult, will what passes as acceptable continue to make our world better?