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Philosophy of technology explores the philosophical foundations and the social effects of technology. It studies the meaning of key concepts (e.g., “technology,” “progress,” and “cost effectiveness”), discusses the social and ethical implications of technological innovations, and the use and abuse of technology.   (C. Zins, 2011). 
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Technology, in its broadest meaning, is the physical objects, methods, and processes created and used by humans for practical and functional purposes. The term “technology” refers here to human-based technology. Animal-based technology is studied by the biological sciences (see cat.
5.2) (C. Zins, 2011). .
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