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Papers On Technology & Society - Modern Issues
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Carl Sagan's 'The Demon-Haunted World -- Science As A Candle In The Dark'
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A 5 page paper in which the writer provides an overview of Sagan's book. Demon-Haunted World challenges many of theories formed from developments in science and technology regarding space travel and the presence of life from other worlds. The paper contends that Sagan's challenging of current scientific myths supports his theory that increases in science and technology have developed into a social focus. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Carls.wps
CELL PHONE TECHNOLOGY AND SOCIETAL DEPENDENCE
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This 13-page paper examines the mobile/cellular phone and its impact on society. The paper discusses the history of the cellular phone, how it has changed society, and potential future trends. Bibliography lists 20 sources.
Filename: MTcellte.rtf
Cell Phone Technology: A Critical Response
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A 3 page review of cell phone technology. The author utilizes critical response techniques to explore the binary patterns that determine the function and functionality of this technology. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPcellP2.rtf
Cell Phone Use: Dangers While Driving
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3 pages in length. In this day and age of tremendous technological advancements, there is almost nothing that cannot be accomplished with a cell phone from the convenience of one's automobile, with drivers conducting business, making doctor's appointments, talking to friends, dialing in for radio station contests and everything else that can be done from a conventional landline telephone. At issue, however, is the one significant difference where cell phones are concerned: The inherent danger of driving and talking at the same time. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TLCCellPhDrv.rtf
Cell Phones Get a Failing Grade
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A 3 page paper which discusses how many schools are banning the use of cell phones. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: RAcelln.rtf
Cell Phones: A Blight with Possibilities
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A 3 page paper which argues that cell phones are generally a blight on society, though they do possess some positive possibilities when used on occasion. No sources cited.
Filename: RAcellno.rtf
Cellular Phone Radiation: Its Impact Upon Human Environment
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5 pages in length. The writer discusses the inherent health hazards in relation to cellular phone radiation. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: TLCphone.wps
Cellular Systems Technology
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A 10 page research paper that examines the three principal systems utilized in cellular phone communication. The writer discusses Frequency Division Multiple Access (FDMA), Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA) and Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA). Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: khcell.rtf
Centuries of Change - Man's Greatest Achievements
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A 5-page paper that examines the accomplishments that mankind has achieved since the sixteenth century and the ultimate effects these accomplishments have had on modern existence. Discussed are the discoveries of the seventeenth century, the revolutions of the eighteenth century, the medical breakthroughs of the nineteenth century and the massive progress of the twentieth century. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: LCAchiev.doc
Charles Taylor & The Ethics Of Authenticity
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An 8 page paper that provides an overview of Taylor's work. This paper supports Taylor's reflections of the process of the individual within society, especially as he reflects on the issues for an individual within our technologically and bureacratically advanced society. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Taylorc.wps
Chernobyl: Safety
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A 4 page paper which examines the safety conditions at Chernobyl. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: RAchenbl.rtf
Clean Coal Technology
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A 5 page paper. Are there any existing technologies that can make coal clean? This question is answered in this essay. Even today, more than half of all the electricity used in the U.S. comes from coal-powered power stations. Coal plants are responsible for emitting large amounts of pollutants into the air. There has been some progress and there may be new technologies on the horizon. The federal government is funding a number of projects, which are described. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PGcoal.rtf