Bargains Quote by Neil Postman
“It is inescapable that every culture must negotiate with technology, whether it does so intelligently or not. A bargain is struck in which technology giveth and technology taketh away.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Technopoly, Neil Postman, 1992
Culture must constantly negotiate with technology, gaining and losing aspects in the process.
In simple terms: Culture and tech trade off.
Key Takeaway
Manage tech's impact wisely.
Themes
technology
culture
society
Mood
concerned
thoughtful
Type
analytical
warning
When to use this quote
- education policy
- business strategy
- personal life
Key Concepts
media theory
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What values are at risk?
- How can we retain agency?
A Different Perspective
Tech dependence can erode autonomy.
