The development of information technologies in modern life

Abstract

The rapid development of information technologies in the 21st century has become one of the most important factors in the transformation of modern civilization. The expansion of digital infrastructure, the globalization of the Internet, the mass distribution of mobile technologies and the integration of artificial intelligence into everyday life are transforming the social, economic, educational and scientific environment.

Information technologies create new economic models, accelerate data exchange and decision-making processes, increase the efficiency of state services and improve the quality of communication.

At the same time, the dynamic development of IT is associated with significant challenges - cybersecurity risks, data privacy problems, digital inequality and moral and ethical issues of technological evolution.

The article discusses the historical evolution of IT, modern trends, its impact on various areas and the challenges that make safe, sustainable and ethical digital development necessary.