In today’s world, technology plays an important role in our lives. The term “tech” was coined from the phrase “technology and science” and refers to the application of new methods, materials, and practices in science and technology. In this technological society, technological change occurs rapidly. Technological change may result from emerging technologies, new discoveries in science and technology, and changes in business practices related to technology. These changes and their effects on society have been discussed extensively by sociologists in various fields, including psychology, sociology, technology, and business.
One of the many challenges we face as a society and a species is creating technology that can co-exist with nature, but also be good for our future. Sometimes, it is easy to create tech that we want for the sake of human purposes, but then we realize that we need to share the knowledge we create if we are going to have a sustainable society. A good example is when scientists discover a way to create energy using the sun, but then decide to share this knowledge so that other people can benefit from it. Often times, people who are involved in the discovery do not realize the impact they have made on the rest of the world with their tech.
When we examine how technology affects society, we find that sometimes tech companies create a good amount of positive impact, while other tech companies have a negative impact on society. For instance, some tech companies to create tools that help people get jobs, but then they hook those workers up with marketing that is unrelated to their jobs. This is what is known as “disruptive technology”. Other tech companies have created tons of waste in our landfills, and they have yet to pay for the damages they have caused. These examples help us understand why it is important to have open communication lines between tech companies and society to create technology that enhances society.