Trends and Factors

Trends In Computer Evolution

Smaller Size

"Fits in your pocket" is a common phrase used in modern day technology advertising. The average person want a small, handheld device that they can carry around with them throughout the day.

Larger Data

Along with smaller size, the average person begs for large amounts of data. On my school computer account, I have almost run completely out of space. From pictures, to Power-Points, to Photoshop, my hard drive has been filled. Continuously I have to transfer files to Dropbox, or delete my "downloads" folder. More data, means more ease of access to all of your files.

Speed

Everyone wants speed. Instead of waiting a week to receive mail, E-Mail was created; within seconds you can get mail that can even include large attachments. Today from internet browsers to spaceships, technologist try to improve speed for every device.

Factors That Drive Technological Evolution

Competition

There are gains and losses from creating the next big thing. One immediate gain, is money. When companies end up creating an extremely popular gadget, they will obviously will gain cash. However, once something new is made, others can copy it. When the first smartphone came out, and became a hit, other companies changed their old flip phones to fast, exciting, touch-screen smart phones. Competition drives companies to upgrade their technology constantly so their company will be ahead of the game.

Demand

Consumer demand is a large part of selling any kind of technology. If the consumer does not want what you are selling, they won't buy it. To keep a company steady, the company must develop technology that their customers want.

Information

In the "Age of Information" persons who work as scientists, or even programmers, strive to find more information. When a new substance is created, or a new technique to develop cancer treatments, people study these things, then search for new information to gain.