Globalisation and new technology Flashcards
What is globalisation?
Globalisation is the process of people, companies and governments becoming more interconnected due to new technology.
In what 3 ways is globalisation hard to define?
1) Assumes it is a positive thing
2) Assumes it happens at same pace globally
3) Ignores cultural resistance
What 8 advances prove technology is developing?
The digital revolution, global village, global networks, social media, virtual communities, social networks, big data and media convergence.
What is the digital revolution?
Massive and rapid advancements in media changing every day life.
What does Pountney say about the digital revolution?
Apps have been developed to help people communicate and adapt through changes
What is the global village and who defined it?
McLuhan - increased interconnectivity decreasing the distance felt amongst global users
What does Carter say about global village?
‘Cyber cities’ create a confined online space.
What are global networks?
Networks allowed by capitalism which improves occupational processes.
What does Castells say about global networks?
They have allowed for more digital power for the elite
What is social media?
Feature of new digital age where platforms allow for casual interaction.
In January 2017, how many Facebook users were there?
Nearly 2 billion
What are virtual communities?
A network of individuals who know each other online through digital communal sites
What 2 things does Boellstorf say about virtual communities?
- People adopt a ‘second life’
2. Immoral and criminal actions may arise
What are social networks?
Networks that allow social opportunities to be reached digitally rather than face to face.
How do social networks allow for more opportunities?
Variety of platforms and people provide opportunities with ease
