Technological Somnambulism §

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• Technological Solutionism: Technological somnambulism can contribute to a belief in technological solutionism, where technology is seen as the solution to all problems.
• Technological Determinism: Technological Somnambulism refers to the idea that society can become ‘sleepwalking’ into technological developments without critically examining their implications.
• Technological Determinism: Technological Somnambulism refers to the tendency to sleepwalk through technological developments without critically examining their implications.
• Technological Determinism: Technological somnambulism is often associated with a belief in technological determinism, where technology is seen as an autonomous force shaping society.
• Reification: Technological somnambulism can lead to the reification of technology, treating it as an objective reality rather than a social construct.
• Alienation: The mindless acceptance of technology can lead to a sense of alienation from the natural world and human experiences.
• Passive Consumption: Technological somnambulism can lead to a passive consumption of technology, where individuals become mere consumers rather than active participants.
• Dehumanization: An over-reliance on technology can contribute to the dehumanization of individuals and social interactions.
• Automation Bias: Technological somnambulism can lead to an over-reliance on automated systems, resulting in automation bias.
• Complacency: A state of technological somnambulism can foster complacency towards the potential negative impacts of technology.
• Technological Dependence: Technological somnambulism can foster a state of technological dependence, where individuals become reliant on technology for various aspects of their lives.
• Mindless Acceptance: Technological somnambulism is characterized by the mindless acceptance of technology without critical evaluation.
• Technological Unconsciousness: Technological somnambulism can be seen as a form of technological unconsciousness, where individuals are unaware of the impact and implications of technology.
• Techno-Determinism: Technological somnambulism is often associated with a techno-deterministic worldview, where technology is seen as the primary driver of social change.
• Deskilling: Technological somnambulism can contribute to the deskilling of individuals as they become overly dependent on technology.
• Instrumental Rationality: Technological somnambulism is often associated with an instrumental rationality, where technology is valued primarily for its efficiency and utility.
• Lack of Critical Thinking: A state of technological somnambulism can inhibit critical thinking about the implications and consequences of technology.