harâ¢binâ¢ger. 1. one that announces or foreshadows the approach of someone or something; forerunner; herald. 2. a person sent in advance of troops, a royal train, etc., to provide or secure lodgings and other accommodations. 3. to act as harbinger to; herald the coming of.
Though many people say that technology is useful and helps society, in reality, technology is unhealthy and can cause social and academic problems.
Other ways technology is seen to have a positive effect on society include increased knowledge and understanding, improvements in industry and jobs and an interconnectedness of the world as a result of globalization. Just 8% of Americans say technology has mostly had negative effects on society. The leading reason for this perspective is the feeling that technology has led to a breakdown of communication and human interaction (41% of this group).