Describing Technical Objects: Social Group and Technology Relationship

This lecture explores the relationship between social groups and technical objects, discussing how a social group can be defined by the objects it uses. It delves into the analysis of socio-technical networks, emphasizing the intertwined nature of society and technology. The lecture also examines the impact of technology on human collectives, identities, and relationships. It addresses the concept of 'multiply observations' in object description, highlighting the importance of diverse contexts. Furthermore, it discusses the evolving nature of technical objects, the risks they pose, and the challenges in describing them comprehensively. The session concludes by considering different perspectives on object descriptions and the continuous transformation of objects in society.