🧠 What Is Technology?
- Technology is the practical use of scientific knowledge to solve problems and improve lives.
- It includes physical tools (machines) and digital systems (software, AI, internet).
🕰️ Brief History of Technology
| Era | Key Innovations |
|---|---|
| Prehistoric | Stone tools, fire, wheel |
| Ancient | Irrigation, metallurgy, writing |
| Medieval | Printing press, mechanical clocks |
| Industrial Age | Steam engine, electricity, telegraph |
| 20th Century | Computers, airplanes, nuclear energy |
| 21st Century | Smartphones, AI, quantum computing |
⚙️ Types of Technology
- Information Technology (IT): Computers, networking, and data systems
- Biotechnology: Genetic engineering, medical innovations
- Nanotechnology: Manipulation at atomic level
- Robotics: Machines that perform autonomous tasks
- Artificial Intelligence (AI): Smart systems that adapt and learn
- Green Technology: Renewable energy and sustainable solutions
🌍 Importance of Technology
- Improves communication and global connectivity
- Transforms healthcare and diagnostics
- Boosts productivity and innovation
- Supports education and lifelong learning
- Enables remote work, smart homes, and more
🧪 Examples of Everyday Technology
- Smartphones and mobile apps
- Cloud storage and online banking
- GPS navigation and smartwatches
- Home automation systems
- Streaming services and digital assistants