Influence of Technology in the United States: Social Changes
Social Change in the United States
The Technological Influence on the US
2/2/2013
Braxton Taylor
As time has progressed, America has evolved. Technology has become a major part of the American society. Most would say that technology has made lives better. Technology has its benefits, but when you take a look at how it has affected society in general and how people interact with one another, you will quickly see that it has a negative impact.
Advancements in technology have greatly affected certain parts of the industry and have even forced certain businesses to shut down for good because there is no more demand for that type of work.
Newspaper companies have been hit very hard by the advancements in technology. Big newspapers and local agencies have been forced to either lay off a percentage of their work force or shut down altogether because news is readily available for free on the internet. Businesses and companies now rely heavily on digital printing methods for work brochures, magazines, and other necessary advertisement equipment they need, which has put traditional, lithographic printing in a tough situation. Music does not have to be purchased at a music store anymore because mp3 files are readily available over the internet as well, thus causing big music store chains to shut their doors for good. The movie industry has also been hit hard because DVD sales have decreased since people can pay for and download their favorite movies online.
Modern technology has allowed people to communicate with just about anyone they want to at any given time and although this may sound like a good thing, the fact remains that people do not interact personally with one another as often as they used to. This has created a barrier in personable, face-to-face communication among people because they no longer have to hold a meeting in an office or no longer have to call up a friend or family member to wish them a happy birthday or congratulate them on
The Technological Influence on the US
2/2/2013
Braxton Taylor
As time has progressed, America has evolved. Technology has become a major part of the American society. Most would say that technology has made lives better. Technology has its benefits, but when you take a look at how it has affected society in general and how people interact with one another, you will quickly see that it has a negative impact.
Advancements in technology have greatly affected certain parts of the industry and have even forced certain businesses to shut down for good because there is no more demand for that type of work.
Newspaper companies have been hit very hard by the advancements in technology. Big newspapers and local agencies have been forced to either lay off a percentage of their work force or shut down altogether because news is readily available for free on the internet. Businesses and companies now rely heavily on digital printing methods for work brochures, magazines, and other necessary advertisement equipment they need, which has put traditional, lithographic printing in a tough situation. Music does not have to be purchased at a music store anymore because mp3 files are readily available over the internet as well, thus causing big music store chains to shut their doors for good. The movie industry has also been hit hard because DVD sales have decreased since people can pay for and download their favorite movies online.
Modern technology has allowed people to communicate with just about anyone they want to at any given time and although this may sound like a good thing, the fact remains that people do not interact personally with one another as often as they used to. This has created a barrier in personable, face-to-face communication among people because they no longer have to hold a meeting in an office or no longer have to call up a friend or family member to wish them a happy birthday or congratulate them on