1. Tom Mahon argues that technology has detracted from humanity and culture by focusing on machines rather than on spirituality and culture. Do you agree with this contention? Why, or why not"

2. V.V. Raman chronicles the technological achievements of the twentieth century and contends that such advances have improved society. Do you think technology has benefited society? How have recent technological innovations made a difference in your life? Explain your answer.

3. Mickey Revenaugh describes the digital divide as a national crisis that requires an immediate solution. Eric Cohen claims that the have and have-not concept of the digital divide is a natural consequence of capitalism. Do you believe that the digital divide is different from any other societal inequity? Citing from the text, compare the digital divide to social divisions stemming from race, income, and single- and two-parent families.

4. James K. Glassman argues that government regulation...