Posted August 14th, 2008
Technophobia is a real phenomenon! Why are people so afraid of new technology and new gadgets? If you are reading this, chances are you are fairly tech-savvy, but you probably know several people who have admitted resistance or fear of the latest technological advances. Maybe they are over the age of 65 and have a hard time relating to the computer world due to limited exposure. Or maybe they are part of the “anti-tech” culture, spouting off about health hazards and how technology is diminishing human interconnectivity.
In any case, their resistance is not original. Throughout history, there have always been those who’ve had difficulty accepting the latest breakthroughs to make our lives easier….including medicine, cars and airplanes, telephones, etc. As time passes and we are exposed to more technology, we all become more comfortable with the familiar. I mean, if you were having a root canal today, you wouldn’t opt to go without anesthesia and antibiotics, would you? Soon enough, almost all of us will prefer not to travel without a cell phone, a personal entertainment device, and access to the Internet. Our cars will all come with built-in Bluetooth compatibility, a USB port, and a navigation system.
I don’t think it is necessary to become a technological wizard, but I think smart people are on a constant search to learn easier and more efficient ways of doing things. Once you jump in and familiarize yourself with a little bit of the tech “language” (finding experts at tech stores or looking for tech sites online is a great way to do that), the fear will be replaced by understanding. This is the way of the future, people. It is not meant to replace human connectivity, but perhaps connect us faster, and better! At the very least, it will help us take care of “business” faster so that we can get back to spending time with more people face-to-face.
Tagged: tech industry, tech-savvy, technophobe
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