TECHNOLOGY
1. General Vocabulary
Technological Advancements: Significant developments in technology that improve processes or systems.
Innovation: The introduction of something new or different, particularly in technology.
Cutting-edge: Refers to the latest and most advanced stage in the development of technology.
Automation: The use of technology to perform tasks without human intervention.
Artificial Intelligence (AI): Technology that simulates human intelligence in machines.
Machine Learning: A branch of AI where machines improve their performance based on data.
Digitalization: The process of converting information into a digital format.
Cybersecurity: Measures taken to protect computers, networks, and data from unauthorized access or attacks.
Cloud Computing: The practice of using a network of remote servers hosted on the internet to store, manage, and process data.
Virtual Reality (VR): The use of computer technology to create a simulated environment.
Augmented Reality (AR): Technology that overlays digital information onto the real world.
Internet of Things (IoT): The network of physical objects embedded with sensors and software to connect and exchange data.
Blockchain: A decentralized digital ledger used to record transactions across many computers.
Quantum Computing: A type of computing that uses quantum-mechanical phenomena to perform operations on data.
2. Impact on Society
Digital Divide: The gap between those who have access to modern information and communication technology and those who do not.
Disruption: When a new technology significantly alters the way industries or markets operate.
Surveillance: Close monitoring, especially through technological means.
Ethical Implications: The moral consequences of technology, such as privacy concerns.
Automation of Jobs: The replacement of human labor with machines or software.
Tech-savvy: Someone who is well-informed about or proficient in the use of modern technology.
Smart Technology: Devices that use machine learning and AI to adapt to user preferences and behaviors.
Digital Literacy: The ability to effectively use technology and understand digital content.
E-waste: Discarded electronic appliances and devices that pose environmental risks.
Sustainability: Developing technology in a way that does not deplete natural resources or harm the environment.
3. Discussion and Analysis
Cost-Benefit Analysis: Evaluating the economic costs and benefits of a technology.
Human-Computer Interaction: The study of how people interact with computers and design technologies.
Technological Dependency: Over-reliance on technology for day-to-day tasks.
Digital Transformation: The integration of digital technology into all areas of business, changing how companies operate and deliver value.
Cyberethics: The ethical issues related to the use of technology, particularly the internet and digital devices.
Data Privacy: The protection of personal information in the digital world.
Intellectual Property: Legal rights to inventions and creations in technology.
Tech Monopoly: When one company dominates a particular technology market.
Digital Innovation: The application of technology to improve existing processes or create new products or services.