Impact of Technological Advances
Technological innovations have not only changed the social relations between nations but is has also revolutionized the philosophical and psychological ways of thinking in the world. In addition these technological advances have steered the consecution of human events, from the creation of the first civilization, to the decline of the Soviet Union, to the rise of terrorist groups.
Boot (2006) writes that warfare has undergone a series of phases due to technological advancement. This writer in his book has discussed the various weaponry innovations that have enabled the gradual change in how civilizations fight enabling them to gain power to rule the world. The phases he identifies include Gunpowder age, the combat which was overtaken by the technology of fire arm age which in turn came to be revolutionized by Swedish King Adolphus Gustavus by introducing the notion of cavalries and the importance of artilleries.
All these are the transformations of tactics of warfare that have led to the rise of civilizations over the world. This term paper seeks to explore in depth how advances in communication systems, computer systems and nuclear technology have led to the age of globalization (Fernández-Armesto 2001).
Impact of advancement in communication systems.
A technological advancement that changed the way people interact was the invention of the telephone during the 19th Century. Prior to the introduction of the telephone countries relied on letters and telegrams. This would take long and the feedback would be delayed and the inconveniences created were numerous. With the telephone communication was made easier and it paved the way to the present day satellite communication and finally the internet. Through improvement in communication trade was enhanced and the world has progressed and become a global village. With faster dissemination of information between individuals from different countries it has enhanced interaction and formation of international corporations. Some super powers have emerged whereby some countries are ranked very powerful and influence the world policies on trade, weapons and in other areas as well.
Looking at how people interact with mobile telephones it is hard to imagine of a time when there were not telephones at all. These days communication has been revolutionized and it is even possible to communicate with a person across the globe and see them through the connect video–communications. This is a trend that has caught on for instance directors of a multinational corporation are able to hold a joint board meeting with boards of their associate in other countries in real time through the satellite video communications.
These advancements in communication have been a major boost to the process of industrialization in countries. It was now easier for countries to out source for labor without necessarily having to ship these workers to the developed countries. The industries are set up in the developing countries where labor its cheaper but through ease in communication then operation in these industries is run from those developed countries.
The present day Iraq was the land of Sumerians who are credited for developing a scheme of writing down as a mode of communication (Steele 2007). This development was it benchmark towards becoming the first civilization. Their development was instigated by the sudden requirement for political, property and commercial recordings. Their strong political organizational structures ensured that they won at battles and conquered many slaves at battles and thus had labor force. As they had invented the system of writing they were respected for their contribution and thus were considered a force to be reckoned with. Writing was genuinely important because during warfare information could be passed from allied countries about how to bring down a common enemy. Through writing other technological inventions came about and by and by the world is at era of information technology. People hope to use technology to create a global village that links all human beings across the globe. Their assumptions are that this will enhance the global economy since people will have access to markets anywhere in the world (Cabrera 2004). In a view shared by most people the free flow of information will enhance democracy and foster equity. Internet with web programs like the Web 3.0 that has been created to be intelligent is a breakthrough towards understanding all mankind and thus a welcome technological advancement.
The first computer was developed in early nineteen forties. The main aim was for governments to use it to enhance their warfare tactics and for the purposes of research. Networking of computer happened in late nineteen sixties whereby four computes were linked through a network. With time this network expanded beyond that one region and now we have the internet that connects the whole world. This technological advancement has had the greatest impact especially in the social and economical fields in countries around the world. Research is being done to further advance the technology being used presently to a semantic or a web 3.0 which is believed will have a greater impact than web 2.0 which is being used currently (Cabot 2003).
Advances in nuclear technology have had an impact on philosophical, social and psychological thinking. Nuclear technology is used to generate power, it is used to make sophisticated weapons by some warring countries and has been used for research purposes. Albert Einstein was afraid that through innovation and creativity some countries would develop powerful nuclear weapons with which to fight their enemies. His fears were true and now America with other countries have been trying to fight the use of nuclear energy to develop weapons of mass destruction. This has brought about cooperation among countries who share the course. Consequently this cooperation enhances globalization since countries unite to fight a common enemy as this enemy is a threat to all then is part of what globalization is about.
A Poem from the Twentieth Century
One of the great poets of the twentieth century was T. S. Eliot. His poems were diverse and explored a variety of topics. One of his greatest works was The Waste Land in which he wrote five poems. In his work he explores the importance of innovation and exploration as a way of learning about life. A lot can be said about the poems in the waste land but the most important aspects of the poems is style of allusion which he has used to pass his message. The poems are almost prophetic and allude to the importance of creativity and exploration. The shift in the voice used in the various poems shows that life never stops and is always about changing. Nothing is permanent but as everything keeps on moving, the balance still remains which implies that change is good. According to T. S. Eliot the only for a person to learn about life is if they explore all the possibilities and if they are willing to change and improve themselves (Eliot 1961).
In his poems Eliot uses so many allusions and the only way to understand the poems is through delving deeper to understand what the poet was alluding to. In essence Eliot was talking about how life advances through people who are willing to take chances and pursue wisdom. Eliot believed a human being is able to reach his full potential if they are self-aware and have explored their inner being. This is the same with technology. All the advancements have resulted from understanding the nature of mans needs. With the idea that there is there room for a lot more thereby people are exploring more ways of advancing further through the pursuit of wisdom. People have realized how human lives can be transformed which was alluded to by T. S. Eliot in most of his poems (Eliot 1961)
Boot (2006) writes that warfare has undergone a series of phases due to technological advancement. This writer in his book has discussed the various weaponry innovations that have enabled the gradual change in how civilizations fight enabling them to gain power to rule the world. The phases he identifies include Gunpowder age, the combat which was overtaken by the technology of fire arm age which in turn came to be revolutionized by Swedish King Adolphus Gustavus by introducing the notion of cavalries and the importance of artilleries.
All these are the transformations of tactics of warfare that have led to the rise of civilizations over the world. This term paper seeks to explore in depth how advances in communication systems, computer systems and nuclear technology have led to the age of globalization (Fernández-Armesto 2001).
Impact of advancement in communication systems.
A technological advancement that changed the way people interact was the invention of the telephone during the 19th Century. Prior to the introduction of the telephone countries relied on letters and telegrams. This would take long and the feedback would be delayed and the inconveniences created were numerous. With the telephone communication was made easier and it paved the way to the present day satellite communication and finally the internet. Through improvement in communication trade was enhanced and the world has progressed and become a global village. With faster dissemination of information between individuals from different countries it has enhanced interaction and formation of international corporations. Some super powers have emerged whereby some countries are ranked very powerful and influence the world policies on trade, weapons and in other areas as well.
Looking at how people interact with mobile telephones it is hard to imagine of a time when there were not telephones at all. These days communication has been revolutionized and it is even possible to communicate with a person across the globe and see them through the connect video–communications. This is a trend that has caught on for instance directors of a multinational corporation are able to hold a joint board meeting with boards of their associate in other countries in real time through the satellite video communications.
These advancements in communication have been a major boost to the process of industrialization in countries. It was now easier for countries to out source for labor without necessarily having to ship these workers to the developed countries. The industries are set up in the developing countries where labor its cheaper but through ease in communication then operation in these industries is run from those developed countries.
The present day Iraq was the land of Sumerians who are credited for developing a scheme of writing down as a mode of communication (Steele 2007). This development was it benchmark towards becoming the first civilization. Their development was instigated by the sudden requirement for political, property and commercial recordings. Their strong political organizational structures ensured that they won at battles and conquered many slaves at battles and thus had labor force. As they had invented the system of writing they were respected for their contribution and thus were considered a force to be reckoned with. Writing was genuinely important because during warfare information could be passed from allied countries about how to bring down a common enemy. Through writing other technological inventions came about and by and by the world is at era of information technology. People hope to use technology to create a global village that links all human beings across the globe. Their assumptions are that this will enhance the global economy since people will have access to markets anywhere in the world (Cabrera 2004). In a view shared by most people the free flow of information will enhance democracy and foster equity. Internet with web programs like the Web 3.0 that has been created to be intelligent is a breakthrough towards understanding all mankind and thus a welcome technological advancement.
The first computer was developed in early nineteen forties. The main aim was for governments to use it to enhance their warfare tactics and for the purposes of research. Networking of computer happened in late nineteen sixties whereby four computes were linked through a network. With time this network expanded beyond that one region and now we have the internet that connects the whole world. This technological advancement has had the greatest impact especially in the social and economical fields in countries around the world. Research is being done to further advance the technology being used presently to a semantic or a web 3.0 which is believed will have a greater impact than web 2.0 which is being used currently (Cabot 2003).
Advances in nuclear technology have had an impact on philosophical, social and psychological thinking. Nuclear technology is used to generate power, it is used to make sophisticated weapons by some warring countries and has been used for research purposes. Albert Einstein was afraid that through innovation and creativity some countries would develop powerful nuclear weapons with which to fight their enemies. His fears were true and now America with other countries have been trying to fight the use of nuclear energy to develop weapons of mass destruction. This has brought about cooperation among countries who share the course. Consequently this cooperation enhances globalization since countries unite to fight a common enemy as this enemy is a threat to all then is part of what globalization is about.
A Poem from the Twentieth Century
One of the great poets of the twentieth century was T. S. Eliot. His poems were diverse and explored a variety of topics. One of his greatest works was The Waste Land in which he wrote five poems. In his work he explores the importance of innovation and exploration as a way of learning about life. A lot can be said about the poems in the waste land but the most important aspects of the poems is style of allusion which he has used to pass his message. The poems are almost prophetic and allude to the importance of creativity and exploration. The shift in the voice used in the various poems shows that life never stops and is always about changing. Nothing is permanent but as everything keeps on moving, the balance still remains which implies that change is good. According to T. S. Eliot the only for a person to learn about life is if they explore all the possibilities and if they are willing to change and improve themselves (Eliot 1961).
In his poems Eliot uses so many allusions and the only way to understand the poems is through delving deeper to understand what the poet was alluding to. In essence Eliot was talking about how life advances through people who are willing to take chances and pursue wisdom. Eliot believed a human being is able to reach his full potential if they are self-aware and have explored their inner being. This is the same with technology. All the advancements have resulted from understanding the nature of mans needs. With the idea that there is there room for a lot more thereby people are exploring more ways of advancing further through the pursuit of wisdom. People have realized how human lives can be transformed which was alluded to by T. S. Eliot in most of his poems (Eliot 1961)
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