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GUEST BLOGGER: JOSEPH GELIEBTER, PH.D
LoJack, introduced in the ‘80s and conceived as a way of tracking stolen cars, was a leap forward in technology. Today, with the advent of GPS, tracking people as well as vehicles, is commonplace. This geographical locator ability is beneficial when pursuing criminals, but more than disturbing when used to monitor the daily activities of ordinary citizens. Read more [+]
GUEST BLOGGER: JOSEPH GELIEBTER, PH.D.
Recently, I was going about my business getting ready to go to work only to be interrupted by my doorbell. I inquired through the intercom as to who was at my door, only to hear — or rather overhear — a conversation. After not hearing a response, I repeated my request for the visitor to identify himself. Read more [+]
Meet us in the Park this Sunday - we'll be Unplugging.. and Reconnecting!
Join us this weekend unplugging in Prospect Park!
Over 550 people and counting have signed our Declaration of Independence from Technology, in person or online! Are you one of the signees?
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– a revolution to reclaim our lives from the tyranny of ever growing technological connectivity. While the advances in technology are a great boon to humankind, (note events in the Middle East) there is a distinct tendency for us to become addicted to the rush of being plugged in, connected, and able to constantly twitter or update our moment-to-moment status. This 4th of July, 2011, we have written our Declaration and posted it here for you to sign. Read more [+]