Weeks 3-4 Flashcards
(10 cards)
Ancient Sewage Systems
Built in 6th century, goes back to Ancient Rome
Sanitation Improvement
Helps manage waste and improved public health
Agricultural Productivity
Water mills which agriculture efficiency
Social Imperative (Importance) in Technology
Importance of connecting technology with human values/well being
Gutenberg Press
Played key role in renaissance changing the way knowledge was shared
Audible Citizenship
Cross culture/race connection
Gambling Technology
Led to changes of social behavior and changes in economies
Critical Theory
How technology reinforces current inequalities
Music Sharing Revolution
Napster (1999) changed how music was listened to
Went from buying (iTunes) to streaming (Apple Music, Spotify)
Cold Technology/Food Preservation
Refrigerator, freezers, etc.
