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The Good and the Bad of Technology
Every new technology has tradeoffs. A smartphone helps us connect instantly, but it can also distract us or use up our privacy. Being aware of the pros and cons helps us make smart choices about the tech we use.
Bias and Accessibility
Sometimes technology isn’t fair. For example, some facial recognition apps work better on certain skin tones than others. Or, a website might be hard to use for someone who is blind if it doesn’t support screen readers. Fair technology means designing tools that work for everyone.
Working Together Online
Many projects today use teamwork on a huge scale. Wikipedia, for example, is written by thousands of people around the world. This is called crowdsourcing, and it shows how collaboration can create powerful tools and knowledge.
How New Tech Shapes the Future
Emerging technologies like AI, virtual reality, and self-driving cars are changing jobs and daily life. They can solve problems but also create new challenges. As future creators and citizens, it’s important to think about how our designs affect people, culture, and the planet.