Technology that is convenient now can have potentially serious effects on the future. In the case of the fictional Googlezon in the Epic 2015 video, real-time contributions by nonspecialist individuals make traditional news organizations obsolete. Although the historical parts of this video are factual, its view of the future is purely theoretical. How accurate or likely do you think the predictions in this video are? What are some possible effects of emerging technology that the video suggests?
Select an emerging mobile or pervasive technology that has not been addressed in this course. Look for something being developed or recently released but not widely adopted.
Post the following to the discussion board:
Identify and describe the technology itself. Cite one or two references.
Explain how you think this technology may be used and misused.
What are the implications of this technology? How do you think it will affect society?
Do you see these effects as mainly beneficial or mainly harmful? Explain.
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