One Day Feed Analysis

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Technology just in a short time period has evolved rapidly. Advances in technology make it quite possible one day Feed could be a reality. Foreshowing events displayed in the book suggests that may not be best for the human race. The complexity of the technology enables the character to be lazy, and creates an unequal social status, and causes many problems to the environment. Technology was a wonderful tool to change and alleviate some challenges faced, but ultimately caused the erosion of their society.
Device implanted in their brain helps them with a range of options such as the song that’s been stuck in your head, a simple brain fart, and finding useful information. Their society takes it a step further and abuses the power of the technology;

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