How do you think technology will be in 5 years?
352877
It changes so much and so fast that I just can't comprehend what'll happen. Every year, better yet 5, has such an impact. It is just crazy.
1055123
in 50 years \nthey are actually moving towards it.
428280
Wouldn't doubt it. As soon as better technology comes to surface.
8962
As far as booksmarts & the ability to multitask goes, we will be smarter. As far as common sense, I believe that we have already gotten dimmer over even the last ten years. The ease of technology on our everyday lives, I think, is undermining our common sense & street smarts :)\n\nGood question!
391566
Technology of the future.\n\nGuranteed by the richest man in the world.
17471
If you are now middle aged or younger and in average health you are probably already immortal. If you read Ray Kurzweil's books or web site with an open mind he makes a very convincing case for technological progress within the next 15-20 years being able to push back the average life expectancy to the point where by 2040 we will not only be able to eradicate but reverse all effects of aging and to greatly enhance our mental and physical abilities.
702683
1.) More storage capacity in smaller sizes\n\n2.) Faster processing speeds - Intel recently stated that within 10 years, there will be up to 100 cores on a single processor.  Processors clocked at over 5Ghz should be possible in the next 4 years.\nhttp://www.wired.com/news/technology/0,70285-0.html\n\n3.) Transition from desktop applications to network/online applications to provide more extensive interoperability between systems.\n\n4.) Outplacement of other media devices to allow computers to become the center of every home and personal entertainment system.  No more TV, DVD, Blu-Ray/HD-DVD, Audio, etc.  All media will pass through a centralized or portable computer/device.\n\n5.) Production boom of portable devices.  Within ten years, 80% of the world's population will access the internet via a device other than a computer.  These devices will support more storage, faster processing and greater functionality as they evolve into personal communication and media hubs.\nBruce Chizen - Adobe CEO - MAX 2006\n\n6.)Everything wireless.  Peripherals have already begun working on BlueTooth and other WiFi technologies.  Wireless power supply is currently under development.\nhttp://networks.silicon.com/mobile/0,39024665,39164122,00.htm\n\n7.) Biometrics.  Computers will advance security with the addition of biometrics to recognize users via fingerprints, retinal scans and or facial recognition software.  Users will be automatically logged into their system/device.\nhttp://crave.cnet.com/8300-1_105-1-0.html?keyword=biometrics\n\nI'm sure there are lots more.  But these are some of the major movements in the industry right now.  Nano technologies and bio-technologies could also ignite new pathways for future advancedments.
1020201
As regards future usefulness it is hard to beat Computing.\n\nBest of luck !
81072
Things will change and i think for good. Human beings will stop playing with nature.\n\nIn next 25 years the whole world come very close and there would not be any problems of race, cultures and terrorism as people will slowly realise that these things dont help a community to grow. \n\nScience will open new doors and we cant even think what all new things we'll see in next 25 years.
116297
well unless the humna race dies out, I would think there will be major advancements in the field of computers.  Right now they are playing with Quantom computers, we should see thoughs in the home in about 20 odd years.  Right now the Dual-processor chips are coming to market, so things are changing already.
15522
neither will :)\n\nwait till 2010 - expect newer and more powerful entities compared to the current ones mentioned by you!
801546
The technologies of today could be considered by many to be "best", and they are changing our world now, and will still change it more in the next 5 - 10 years.  Witness Global Warming and climate change...\n\nAny technology that can slow or reverse this trend gets my vote for "best".
903234
Cant rule out the possibility. \nBut..... based on currently available technology its very unlikely  within the next 50 to100 years. Definitely not in our life time.
720766
Probably somewhat different, but not TOO much different than today.\n\nTechnology moves fast, big big things that completely change things (such as a human-computer bio interface) won't probably be around for 50+ years.\n\nOur computers will work faster, be smaller, and do more than they do now, but unfortunately, in 20 years, you probably won't be able to clip your computer to your ear as you're walking out the door.\n\nIf computers changed rapidly like that, the price would also go WAY up, to accommodate the highly changed technology.  So the tech companies will probably phase this technology in slowly.\n\nPretty sad.  But right now, I'd be happy with a 6 hour laptop battery that comes standard.
140027
about 12-19% over the next 5 years
609126
The world will likely want more than it can get by 2020.\n\nGood! Maybe someone will finally get serious about a workable alternative!
1141391
Hopefully soon.  But I think it will be longer than 4 years.