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Technology affects society through its products and processes, which in turn affects the quality of life and the way people act and communicate. On the other hand, social needs, attitudes and values ​​also influence the direction of technological development. For the development and progress of societies, technological inventions have become necessary. It has evolved over the centuries from simple tools such as stone tools and basic books to complex genetic engineering, smart machines, and information technology such as TVs, computers and cell phones. As technological systems have been invented by humans, they reflect the needs of the population and the essence of culture.

I would like to discuss in this article whether the ease of access to modern technology has significant consequences on social culture. How technology influences society's thinking, and what are its positive and negative effects?

Technology and socio-cultural compatibility.

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۔ Nature is a cycle between technology and social culture, where each one greatly influences the other. Starting with the culture of human societies and as a result different technologies to meet the needs of the society
let's start with the real meaning behind
Technology and social culture.

Technology.

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Most people take pictures of computers and cell phones. When the subject of technology comes to their mind. However, technology is a product of modern times and is a tool born of specific knowledge that does a special job. Technological influences have been a part of life since the advent of human species, such as languages, rituals, art, for example, fire and stone tools were important forms of technology developed in the Stone Age. The creation of stone tools had a profound effect on the development of modern humans' way of life and their hunting skills. Just like modern technology and. Social media influences human behavior, and shapes the way we live today.

It is important to stay up to date on what is happening in the world, but how do you get your news? My grandparents got the news from reading the newspaper, or talking to other people. While my parents were able to watch TV, and follow the daily news. Today, I get news anytime through my smartphone and internet. This evolution is due to the development of technology that is slowly shaping our culture and society.

Social culture.

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Social culture is the center of the study of anthropology. The term is a combination of societies and their cultural aspects. Every society has a set of values, beliefs, traditions and customs called their socio-cultural values. These values ​​shape how people engage and interact with their environment in everyday life. Although sociocultural values ​​are bound, they can be changed and influenced by the developments and creations of each age. Just as the development and use of technology in our modern age has profoundly affected our social culture
As i read The Impact of Changing Cultural Values ​​Alden E. Snyder states that sociocultural values ​​do not just represent the ideas and goals that society strives to achieve. But it also selects the means used to achieve those goals and ideas. In addition, it states that "from a societal point of view, cultural values ​​serve as an ideal for coordinating activities within and between social institutions." Or an analysis of socio-cultural values ​​is needed to properly understand the workings of political, religious, economic and educational institutions.

So in other words, social culture is who we are, what we think, our goals, what we see and what we don't. As mentioned above, with the development of each age it may change over time. Therefore, technology today is seen as a significant impact on our social and cultural transformation.

Impact of modern technology on social culture.

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Nowadays, whenever we look around us in our home, in the public sphere, we will definitely see a tool of technology. Modern technology plays an important role in our daily lives, providing a sense of freedom and connection. Human societies and their technologies have become intertwined, interdependent, manifested in shared influence and shared production. Technology affects social culture as much as social culture affects the production of technology.

Technology has greatly influenced the course of history and continues to do so. Thus, not only locally but also globally today, our culture is largely responsible for change

Local effect.

Technologies are the same all over the world, but they have encountered a diverse world of knowledge in different areas. Indigenous culture acquires modern technologies, adapts them to the current culture, then sends them back to the world in the constant exchange and constant change of international cultural influences.

Technology has become inseparable because it is not just the technology of lights and computers that is used in everyday life. But, also, our bodies are physically altered by the vaccines and medicines that people take daily. Technology encompasses all aspects of culture, including travel, government, agriculture, manufacturing, medicine, education, and transportation. In addition to information processing, and communication platforms have radically changed the way people think and live.

Agriculture.

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Technology have greatly shaped agriculture over time. From the creation of hoe, plow, and traditional irrigation techniques, to Global Positioning System (GPS). Allow farmers to monitor crop conditions through field boundaries, irrigation systems, and mapping troubled areas such as weeds, insects or diseases. It also gives greater control over the production, processing, distribution and storage of plants and animals.

Madicine.

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Technological advances have also had a significant impact on the field of medicine. Through discoveries related to treatment, data collection, disease and treatment research, human aids (such as eyeglasses and hearing aids), and state-of-the-art diagnostic tools. With the help of technology medical and health professionals can take better care of patients and treat diseases better.

Education.

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Modern technology has inevitably affected the field of education as well, but perhaps not so fundamentally. While the basic system still exists, where a teacher guides the students, and the students use their education to learn and pass on the knowledge to the next generation. On the other hand, the development of online learning programs has fundamentally changed the interaction between teachers and students. Where conversations often take place online rather than in a physical presence, as this is the most adaptable way of coveting times. Furthermore, with technology, especially navigation on the Internet, students have access to a vast sea of ​​information so that they can assist in their studies and expand their education. However, as more and more schools provide their students with iPads or laptops, standard textbooks will no longer be needed.

The examples are endless. It is not just a machine but a whole set of relationships between human beings, vessels and the fields of knowledge.

Inequality in access to technology.
With the widespread availability and persuasion of technology, it seems that their ownership disparity is widening, and is being used between different socioeconomic groups.

Knowledge Gap.

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Also known as the Information Gap, it is a distinction between skills, expertise and the way technology is used. This shows that there is a difference between access to information and profit between different types of people in a society. For example, due to the proliferation of technology tools, the new generation is more skilled in the use and understanding of technology. While the older generation who did not have access to these technical devices have difficulty understanding and adapting to them. Which ultimately creates a division in society known as the scientific vacuum.
Numerical distribution: This is a class division, where technology supports a higher socioeconomic group than the lower class. High-income people are more likely to buy and access technologies and smart apps than low-income people or rural communities. As a result, it creates a strong social divide

Global effects.

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For better or for , we live in a technology-driven world. New communication technologies and the rapid spread of the Internet have had a profound global impact on social culture. Since the Internet came to the fore in the 80's and 90's, it became accessible to the average family in the early 2000's, and eventually began to fit in our pockets with the development of smartphones. Societies around the world have witnessed the extraordinary proliferation of communication devices that are inspired by the Internet, such as computers and smartphones. Most societies are involved in this technical experiment, and are excited about its positive effects.

Media globalization.

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The rapid exchange of communication in time and space, made possible by the availability of the Internet and media everywhere, has resulted in a strong global impact known as media globalization. People around the world have access to the Internet, which ensures the production, distribution and use of digitized information in all formats.

In my grandparents' generation, people physically talked to each other about concerns and shared knowledge. Today, meetings are often held online through social media platforms, creating the illusion of companionship without the demands of friendship. Through social media, people are only able to build relationships based on mutual understanding and common interests. The current process of media globalization has led to a deeper understanding between different cultures through virtual competitions.

The positive effects of technology on social culture.

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The nature of all technological systems has changed human attitudes and interactions in some negative ways, but it has also created unprecedented opportunities to change human attitudes in positive ways. Modern technology was initially developed to improve our lives, as it reflects the needs of society and seeks comfort. Effectively, technological advances have made life easier for a large number of people, and have provided many with the resources, education, and tools needed to make life easier.

Aspects of positive effects.

One aspect that technology has had a profound effect on society is how it affects learning. It made learning more interactive and collaborative. Thanks to the invention of the Internet, it enables people to better engage with devices, and to gain better access to information around the clock. In addition, it expands classroom boundaries, encouraging self-learning. The technology also has extraordinary positive effects in the agricultural field. The introduction of technological innovations has facilitated agriculture and increased crop yields, resulting in lower food prices. Thanks to machines, farmers no longer need to apply water, fertilizers and pesticides evenly throughout the fields.

The other side
Technology has greatly increased transportation day by day. Transportation such as cars, trains, airplanes, boats has made it much easier to move from one place to another than in the past. Delivery as fast as days or weeks instead of months. Technological innovations in the field of medicine are fundamental, and are responsible for the development of healthcare today. Technology has led to the provision of appropriate medicines, which has removed the fear of deadly diseases of the past. The widespread use of medical technology has the potential to improve health outcomes through earlier and more accurate treatment.

The list of benefits and positive effects is still ongoing. Technology is constantly helping to save lives and improve quality of life through its development over time. Technology generally improves everyday life, but the use of technology is entirely our choice.

Negative effects of technology on social culture.

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Today, technology dominates many aspects of our lives, whether we are aware of it or not. We have become so accustomed to it that we do not even think about its dark side. In fact, technology has made many lives better and easier, but it has also inevitably had a negative impact on society. Modern technology shapes the way societies and people behave, develop and develop in their own lives and in their relationships with others. Unfortunately, not always in the positive direction. For example, computer systems and the Internet have transformed human interactions in extremely delicate ways.

As seen Connected but lonely. By Sherry Trickel in TED Conversations. "We're not building relationships with each other, but building relationships with technology as if it's a real thing," he added. Information technology not only connected people all over the world, but also led to an isolated and unshakable society. Because it gives us a sense of confidence, an illusion of peace and control when we feel weak. However, it can be addictive, and can result in health effects such as insomnia, eye pain, and increased anxiety and depression.

Aspects of negative effects.

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The negative effects of technologies on other aspects of life are also justified. Increased use of chemicals in agriculture with the help of machines reduces soil fertility. At the same time, the introduction of machines that can do farming, planting and harvesting greatly reduces the need for manual labor. This, in turn, meant that rural jobs were scarce, leading to community citizenship. In education, the Internet and devices such as e-readers, e-books, and smartphones have dramatically influenced reading of printed books. There is no denying that with the rise of digital technologies, sales of printed books have been greatly affected.

Technology has both positive and negative effects on our lives. But the use of technology is entirely our choice. It is almost impossible to imagine our life without technology, so the separation of technology from human life is unbearable. Indeed, technology has been brought to our society through massive advances, but we must also be aware of its overuse and dependence.

Importance in Humanities.

It's safe to say that technology is on the rise, and it doesn't show any signs of slowing down anytime soon. Technology has influenced our society in ways that can be traced back decades. Therefore, humanities do not just try to understand how a person learns to be a member of society. But it also seeks to understand how human activities and creativity change the process of cultural change that is born of new technologies in our society.

The emphasis on cultural change has been greatly encouraged by technological innovation. Some say the change is for the better, while others say it's for the worse. Perhaps the most helpful position is that this change is neither completely negative nor completely positive.

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