This is a
great question. It is important to start with a few technological developments that started in
the 90s. The Human Genome project started in 1990. The Hubble Space Telescope was also launched
in the same year. GPS also became operational in the 90s. On the computer front, HTML and the
Web came into its own, which means things like email became more popular.
Just a cursory glance at this list will show how much technology has impacted our
lives.
On the medical front, there have been amazing breakthroughs, which
promise even more. For example, the Human Genome project holds the promise of increasing the
quality of life by mapping out diseases and other ailments.
On a social
front, think how much email has impact the lives of all people. It is arguably the most used
format for communication. When we add the world wide web, the impact is nothing short of
stunning. The Web in many ways has democratized knowledge. The average American is better off
now than before on account of these developments.
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