Facilitating The Growth Of European Empires During The Nineteenth Century

The role of technology in facilitating the growth of European empires during the nineteenth century has been widely discussed by historians. At the very least, many argue that advanced technology was a key component of the worldwide spread of European imperialism. The development of steam-powered ships greatly assisted European powers that sought to extend their empires in Africa and Asia. Europeans had enjoyed a virtual monopoly on sea travel since the first imperial expansion began in the 1500s, but this only extended to the coasts. European ships were too awkward to travel inland via the river systems in their empires. Therefore, even great seafaring nations like the Portuguese were often limited to coastal colonial possessions in Africa.
This handicap was overcome through several new technologies developed over the course of the nineteenth century. Similar to imperialism,Advances in technology are one of the main reasons that globalization has escalated in the past decade. In information and communication technology, innovations have become smaller in size, more efficient and often more affordable. In transport technology, vehicles have tended to become larger and faster, as well as becoming more environmentally friendly and cheaper to run. Whether for personal use or for business, technology has made the world seem a smaller place and assisted in the rise of globalization,Developments in information and communication technology have changed our way of life, whether it is at home, at work, at school or at leisure. The internet and the development of digital technology (computer-based technology) in particular, have made the most significant impact in the field of information and communication technology in the past decade. The internet is essentially a network of computers across the world which is linked through global
It enables people from almost anywhere in the world to access information on almost any topic from shopping to weather forecasts, and from research to downloading music and movies.In addition to the internet, global media networks (corporations which include television and media companies with branches in multiple countries) also bring news and information about current events to people all over the globe. It is now possible for someone in Australia to pick up a copy of an American fashion magazine, or for someone in the United States to watch the Mandarin news.The last decade has seen dramatic developments in telecommunication technology. Communication has moved on since the days of 'snail mail' where it would take several weeks for mail to arrive from overseas. The internet has had an important role in connecting people. It allows people in countries around the world to instantly contact each other through email, chat programs, and video