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The Story Of Technology: How We Got Here And What The Future Holds
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A Leading Technology Expert Examines Ways To Manage The Rapid Proliferation Of Technology And Come To Grips With Its Pervasive Influence. Technologyalways A Key Driver Of Historical Changeis Transforming Society As Never Before And At A Far More Rapid Pace. This Book Takes The Reader On A Journey Into What The Author Identifies As The Central Organizing Construct For The Future Of Civilization, The Continued Proliferation Of Technology. And He Challenges Us To Consider How To Think About Technology To Ensure That We Humans, And Not The Products Of Our Invention, Remain In Control Of Our Destinies?In This Informative And Insightful Examination, Dr. Daniel M. Gersteinwho Brings Vast Operational, Research, And Academic Experience To The Subjectproposes A Method For Gaining A Better Understanding Of How Technology Is Likely To Evolve In The Future. He Identifies The Attributes That A Future Successful Technology Should Seek To Emulate And The Pitfalls That A Technology Developer Should Try To Avoid. The Aim Is To Bring Greater Clarity To The Impact Of Technology On Individuals And Society.In Particular, He Considers Three Technologies Now Converging That Will Shape The Future: Biotechnology, Artificial Intelligence, And The Internet Of Things. He Asks: Will We Continue To Develop New Technologies In These Fields Merely Because Basic Research Shows That We Can, Or Should We First Consider The Likely Effects Of These Technologies On The Quality Of Life At The Individual, Societal, And Global Levels? Dr. Gerstein Makes A Compelling Case That Rational And Informed Evolution Of Our Technological Options Is The Best Course For Ensuring A Brighter Future.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Story of Technology'? A: The book examines the rapid proliferation of technology and its pervasive influence on society, proposing methods to manage this evolution effectively.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author is Dr. Daniel M. Gerstein, a leading technology expert with extensive operational, research, and academic experience.
- Q: What topics does the book cover? A: It covers the convergence of biotechnology, artificial intelligence, and the 'internet of things', discussing their implications for the future.
- Q: Is this book suitable for general readers? A: Yes, the book is written for a general audience and aims to provide insight into how technology will shape our future.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Story of Technology'? A: The book was published on October 1, 2019.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 360 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: What edition of the book is being offered? A: This is the illustrated edition of 'Story of Technology'.
- Q: What are the main arguments presented in the book? A: Dr. Gerstein argues for a rational and informed evolution of technology to ensure that humanity remains in control of its future.
- Q: Can this book help technology developers? A: Yes, it identifies key attributes for successful technologies and pitfalls to avoid, making it a useful resource for developers.