The book provides a comprehensive overview of the development of technology and its impact on society, as well as the need for a personal paradigm for understanding the technological process and its role in shaping the future of humanity. Title: The Evolution of Technology: A Key to Understanding the Future of Humanity Introduction: In today's rapidly changing world, it is crucial to understand the evolution of technology and its impact on society. As technology continues to advance at an unprecedented rate, it is essential to develop a personal paradigm for perceiving the technological process and its role in shaping the future of humanity. This article will delve into the key ideas presented in the first volume of the collection of scientific works by Anatoly Harkevich, 'The Evolution of Technology', and explore the significance of studying and grasping this process to ensure the survival of humanity and unity among people. The Evolution of Technology: A Historical Perspective The first volume of 'The Evolution of Technology' offers a historical perspective on the development of technology, from ancient times to the present day.

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