International Journal of Technology
  • Year: 2025
  • Volume: 15
  • Issue: 1

Modern Technology: A Double- Edge Sword

Department of Applied Sciences, Delhi Global Institute of Technology, Haryana, India

*Corresponding Author E-mail: shelly.rajput@rediffmail.com

Online Published on 01 October, 2025.

Abstract

Technology has become an integral part of our daily lives. Technology has not only changed our way of living; in fact, it has influenced different aspects of life and redefined culture. Advancement in technology has transformed communication and developed human interactions through the wide use of cell phones, social media platforms, e-mails and other messaging apps. The technological innovation continues to accelerate, brings both the opportunities and challenges. Technology has touched almost all the generations and influenced every field. No doubt advancement in technology offers countless benefits but it is essential to consider its impact on society. The objective of this paper is to explore the impact of modern technology on society and education, highlighting both the benefits and drawbacks. We examine the effects of modern technology on communication, productivity and the environment, as well as its potential to exacerbate social isolation, cyberbullying and job displacement.

Keywords

Modern technology, Productivity, Human interaction, Society