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- Title
Taking Stock of Extension Theory of Technology.
- Authors
Steinert, Steffen
- Abstract
In this paper, I will focus on the extension theories of technology. I will identify four influential positions that have been put forward: (1) technology as an extension of the human organism, (2) technology as an extension of the lived body and the senses, (3) technology as an extension of our intentions and desires, and (4) technology as an extension of our faculties and capabilities. I will describe and critically assess these positions one by one and highlight their advantages and their shortcomings and limitations. Along the way, I will explicate some of the differences and similarities between the various approaches. I conclude the paper with some suggestions for future research directions that will be beneficial for advancing theory building and that will drive forward the philosophical refinement of extension theory.
- Subjects
PHILOSOPHY of technology; EXTENSION (Philosophy); TECHNOLOGY &; society; INTENTION; INSTRUMENTALISM (Philosophy)
- Publication
Philosophy & Technology, 2016, Vol 29, Issue 1, p61
- ISSN
2210-5433
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1007/s13347-014-0186-3