E-readers
An exploration of the history of e-readers and its place in the modern world.
Islamic PaperMaking
“Mankind has always found ways to record their thoughts over ages. First, they used leaves, silk and clay tablets. After
The Kindle
“Books are no more threatened by Kindle than stairs by elevators”. -Stephen Fry The way we live our lives today ha
Microsoft word and office
Introduction Microsoft Word is a widely used word processing software that has significantly shaped document creation and coll
Touch Technology
In today’s world, touch screens have become an integral part of our daily routines, influencing how we engage with most
Keyboard
Beneath the fingertips of virtually every writer, student, and professional lies the “keyboard”, a tool that has revolutio
THE SLATE
Overview The exhibit I have chosen for the Media Archive Exhibition is the Slate. The origin of slates usage in education is s
Chalk and Chalkboard: A Simple Tool With Endless Possibilities
History and Evolution of Chalkboard Chalkboards, with their simple yet versatile nature, have been a cornerstone of education
The Gutenberg Printing Press
The 15th century was a century of change with the invention of the printing press in 1436 CE by Johaness Gutenberg. The printi
PAPER
The Different Types of Paper for Printing – Our Complete Guide, n.d, From https://www.avansas.com/uk/blog/different-types-of
Iconography
Iconography as text As far back as civilization takes us, h
Calligraphy Pen
Calligraphy refers to the craftsmanship of writing in an aesthetic and elegant manner that has been used for various purposes
Chalk and Chalkboards
Chalkboards have been used in classrooms for centuries, and the big blackboards that are so familiar to most people today have
Post-it notes: the multi-purpose sticky paper
History: It’s quite remarkable to think that a small piece of paper with a simple adhesive has emerged as one of the mos
Illuminated Manuscripts
History and Development of Illuminated Manuscripts Illuminated manuscripts serve an unusual yet extraordinary blend of art and
Flashcards
Flashcards The Role of Flashcards in Enhancing Writing and Learning; Flashcards are powerful tools that have
Microsoft Word and Office Suite
Introduction Microsoft Office is a robust platform that was developed in 1988. Today, it is a powerful software due to its fun
Keyboard
Introduction A keyboard is an input device that is used with a computer to perform functions and enter characters such as lett
The Typewriter
Typewriting refers to an act or process of using a typewriter by pressing individual keys that produce printed characters
Blu-ray
Picture this: it is 2010, the movie “Avatar” has been released, you are excited to watch it, so you go to the nearest movi
GRAFFITI
Definition & History of Graffiti Graffiti is a form of visual communication that usually involves drawings, symbols, or wo
Cloud Computing: The Digital Revolution
Cloud Computing: From ARPANET to Modern Day Cloud computing, an innovative paradigm shift that has transformed how we interact
Number 2 Pencils
History of Number 2 Pencils According to the Oxford English Dictionary, “a pencil is an instrument for writing or drawing, c
Dictionary
A brief dive into the gateway of language Dictionaries serve as essential reference guides for pronunciation and have played a
Graffiti
Graffiti Overview Graffiti, an ancient form of expression, dates back thousands of years to cave walls. The practice was carri
Social Media
“It’s a dialogue, not a monologue, and some people don’t understand that. Social media is more like a teleph
Reader Pens: Your Reading Companion
The way we interact with literature has changed drastically since the development of the Reader Pen. In 1998, C-Pen patented t
Tattoos
(image from Pinterest @Hrstian) Ink on skin, a mark that lasts forever on and beneath the layers of the human body, crafted wi
HTML
History of Code Language Coding represents a programming language consisting of instructions created by programmers to be sent
Papyrus Scrolls
The papyrus scroll, an ancient text technology, served as one of the earliest platforms for written communication. The method
Marca Newspaper: Chronicle of Spanish Football
The History of Marca Newspaper Are you a fan of Spanish football? If so, you might be interested in the world of sports journa
The Calligraphy Pen
Calligraphy is the art of handwriting. The term ‘calligraphy’ is derived from Greek words for “beauty” (kallos) and
Magnetic Drawing Boards
How Magnetic Drawing Boards Work Delving into the mechanics of the magnetic drawing board reveals a fascinating interaction be
Invisible Ink
History of Invisible Ink and Present Day Use Invisible ink was first invented in 1775. The main reason why invisible ink was f
Personal Computers
Beyond the Screen – Overview Personal computers, available for decades, have facilitated widespread interaction with tec
Email is a technology of text that allows us to send electronic mail. It’s a form of communication that’s used wit
Typewriters
Introduction A typewriter is a machine with power that prints texts on
Overhead Projector
Introduction An overhead projector is a machine that projects images from a transparent medium onto an opaque object (Reddy, 2
Morse Code
I would imagine that if you could understand morse code, a tap dancer would drive you crazy. – Mitch Hedberg What is Mor
Postage Stamps
What are Postage Stamps? Postage stamps are small stamps placed on letters or packages to indicate that the postal fees have b
Highlighter
The history of highlighters The development of the contemporary highlighter has undergone significant evolution since its ince
Hieroglyphs
Overview One of the earliest forms of texts are hieroglyphs, an ancient Egyptian form of writing that has left scholars and hi
Large Language Models
Large language models (LLMs) are a type of artificial intelligence algorithm. They have undergone extensive training on vast a
Google Docs
Introduction Launched on March 9, 2006, Google Docs is an online word processor developed by Google (Wikipedia Contributors, 2
Steganography
“Sometimes the best hiding place is the one that’s in plain sight.” — Stephenie Meyer, The Host In today&#
Paintbrush
Whenever we encounter a painting, we stand in awe, praising the artist, and appreciating its beauty. However, have we ever pau
Tattoos
Tattoos as a Technology Tattoos are a form of writing that is used to convey meaning to a symbol or a mark illustrated on the
Movable Type
The History of Movable Type Movable type is a printing technology that includes individual letters made of metal that can be a
Python Programming Language
The Elegant Language That Shaped the Future of Text Technologies The Python programming language is a transformative tool that
Overview and History In a world where the tap of a keyboard key has greater impact than the stroke of a pen, email stands as t