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Navigating the Digital Horizon: The Impact and Future of Communication Technologies in Society
- 1 University College London
- 2 University of Sydney
- 3 University of Sydney
- 4 Peking University
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Abstract
The article delves deeper into the dynamic and rapidly evolving realm of digital communication technologies, highlighting their transformative impact across various dimensions of modern society. It scrutinizes the latest advancements in digital communication tools and platforms, assessing how these innovations are not only altering our fundamental methods of interaction but also redefining the paradigms of information exchange and processing. The study provides an in-depth analysis of five key domains—social media dynamics, e-commerce evolution, mobile communication progression, online educational methodologies, and telemedicine advancements. Each of these domains is thoroughly examined through three distinct lenses, offering a nuanced perspective on their current state, challenges faced, and the potential trajectories they may follow. The article aims to furnish a holistic view of the digital communication landscape, contemplating its broader implications on social behavior, economic patterns, educational practices, healthcare delivery, and governance mechanisms. This comprehensive exploration is intended to offer readers a multifaceted understanding of how digital communication technologies are not just tools of convenience, but powerful forces shaping the future contours of our global society.
Keywords
Digital Communication, Technology Trends, Connectivity, Information Technology, Social Media, E-Commerce, Mobile Communication, Online Education, Telemedicine
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Li,C.;Jin,Q.;Wang,X.;Xue,F. (2024). Navigating the Digital Horizon: The Impact and Future of Communication Technologies in Society. Lecture Notes in Education Psychology and Public Media,51,223-228.
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