Types and examples of technology

We use technology to accomplish various tasks, so technology comes in different types, below there are listed some of the different types of technology we use on a daily basis and on each type of it an example of that particular technology is included

Communication Technology · This is a system that uses technical means to transmit information or data from one place to another or from one person to another. Communication is used for many purposes; it is used to convey ideas, exchange information and express emotions. Humans use communication technology tools like phones, computers, emails, fax, text messaging tools to stay in touch with friends and family, then, businesses use communication technology tools to facilitate the flow if information in a workplace, to help in decision making, to serve customers needs and requests, to facilitate new products or services to targeted consumers and so much more.

Example of communication technology: KUDOS Presenter for iPhone Presentation

Let your iPhone control your power point presentations. This KUDOS presenter uses audio connector to communicate. So you can improve the way you make power point presentation using your iPhone with this KUDOS technology.

Construction Technology · This is the study of advanced methods and equipments which can be used to build structures. Construction builds two types of structures. These include buildings and heavy engineering structures. Construction uses various technological actions to erect a structure on the site where it will be. The use of construction technological tools like heavy tractors to prepare land where the construction will be, computer design facilitate to create designs for structures on computers and in 3D format, using various construction technologies to enclose structures and install utilities has helped in advancing both residential buildings and commercial buildings today.

Example of constriction technology: Factory-Reconditioned Stanley Bostitch. It works as an air compressor and a nail gun at the same time.

Assistive Technology · This is the type of technology which is used by people with disabilities to accomplish specific tasks which seem to be difficult or impossible to perform. The term "assistive" means helping or providing an extra hand. Assistive technology is being used in schools to help students with Autism to learn better, it is used to help people with disabled bodies' move, speech recognition application help people who can't type with a keyboard to use a computer and so much more. Due to advancement in technology, we have a variety of assistive technologies which can assist you accomplish anything which might seem difficult.

Example of assistive technology: Off road wheelchair. This off road wheelchair can assist people with disabilities to move comfortably.

Medical Technology · This is the type of technology which is used to extend and improve human life. Medical technology reduces patient's pain, and injury. Developed countries have benefited from the use of medical technology in their health care systems and this explains the reason why people in developed countries live longer than people in developing countries. Medical technology is used to diagnose infections, treat diseases and to make research on diseases affecting humans.

Example of medical technology: TAP 20™ for Point-of-Care Testing – SeventhSense. This Point-of-Care Testing can help doctors obtain patient's blood without diagnosis. It comes with so many advantages which include:

– It's painless for the patient.

– It keeps the blood sample until used for testing.

Information Technology · Information Technology is a set of hardware and software tools used to store information. Information technology tools help in providing the right people with the right information at the right time. Knowledge workers in organization use information technology to complete various tasks and these can include: transferring of information which facilitates decision making with in an organization, improve customer service, and so much more. In this information age, it is very important to manage information systems to ensure accuracy and efficiency. Management information systems (MIS) involves planning for development, management, and use of information technology tools to help knowledge workers and people perform all tasks related to information processing and management. Big financial institutions like "BANKS" use information technology to operate their entire businesses as well as serve their customers.

Examples of information technology tools:

This IT based technological tool will enable you share, access and protect files. Transporter is an online, off-cloud storage solution which supports private sharing of valuable files. Unlike cloud storage facilities like Dropbox.com &Box.com, this device is private and it can allow you to store your files remotely and share them with your employees or partners. To use the device remotely, you will have to create a free online account, create shared documents, and much more, the only difference with Dropbox.com, is that the files are stored on this device, so the all cloud service is brought to your office or home.

Entertainment Technology · This is a process of using various technological components to create an entertainment experience. Since entertainment is too broad, everyone gets entertained in their own way. Technology is used to build theaters, it is used to create video games, to develop musical systems and so much more. Entertainment technology includes things like video, sound, automation, animations, scenery fabrication, computer simulations, interactive environments and so much more.

Example of entertainment technology: gTar. For those who want to play a guitar but you have always found it difficult, you can opt for this engineered guitar. The gTar can be played by anyone, it is an electrical guitar which comes a free gTar app which has test songs that you can start playing right away.

Business Technology · This is the type of technology which is made up of various hardware tools and software applications used to run a business and enhance various business operations. Many businesses are using technology to scale and measure. Small businesses have used technology to create new ways of competing with well-established companies. To some extent, some business technologies can make a small company look like a big company and this can help a small business gain position in a competitive market.

Example of business technology: 3D Printer.

This is an affordable 3D printer which can help designers create advanced 3D objects. Its size and design is good, so it can fit well on your office desk. With this 3D printer, you can create as many 3D models as you want. Use its software to generate thin, breakable support structures.

Educational Technology · Is the type of technology which aims at improving performance by creating and managing various technological processes and resources. It is an academic discipline which prepares individuals to acquire deeper understanding and knowledge. It helps them learn how to devise solutions to problems through research, design, evaluation and utilization. Educational technology helps in improving the way we learn, some of the benefits of educational technology include:

– It motivates students and it encourages individual learning.

– It makes the access of educational material easy.

– It helps students learn new subjects and languages.

Example of education technology: Markup.

Teachers can try this Paperless grading application for iPad. If you want to have a paperless classroom and your students have access to iPads, then this technology will be of great use to you and your students. Markup has completely changed the way teachers mark test and exam papers, students can submit electronic papers to be marked by their teachers electronically, this saves time and resources on both sides.