"Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic (www.quotationspage.com)." This quote by Arthur C. Clarke personifies what technology is and can do to change society. Technology is very powerful. Between 1450 and 1750, technological developments in Spain allowed them to change their position of influence in the world.

Spain has always been a strong power in Europe and most of the world. Due to the development of many technological advancements, Spain was made even more influential. Spain had the number one naval force because of several technological developments such as better ships, that were larger with an ocean going design, lateen sails, and a stern post rudder. All of their new sea-worthy ships made up the Spanish Armada. Important tools, most of which were invented by the Portuguese, like the magnetic compass, astrolabe, and better maps made trade and travel much easier for the Spaniards, as well as...