Technológiapótló

Technológiapótló is a Hungarian term that translates directly to "technology-replacing" or "technology substitute." It refers to a product, service, or practice that fulfills a need or performs a function that was previously met by a specific technology, but does so in a way that either bypasses or renders that technology obsolete. This concept is not necessarily about a direct, one-to-one replacement but rather a fundamental shift in how a problem is solved or a desire is satisfied.

Examples of technológiapótló can be found throughout history and in contemporary society. The advent of digital photography, for instance, can be seen as a technológiapótló for film-based photography. While both served the purpose of capturing images, the digital method eliminated the need for film, developing chemicals, and specialized darkroom equipment. Similarly, streaming services have become a technológiapótló for physical media like DVDs and CDs, offering access to entertainment without the need for tangible storage.

In a broader sense, technológiapótló can also encompass changes in social behavior or organizational structures that reduce reliance on certain technological solutions. For example, the rise of remote work, facilitated by communication technologies, can be considered a technológiapótló for traditional office environments that were once a necessity for many jobs. The core idea is that a new way of achieving an outcome emerges, making the prior technological dependency less relevant or even unnecessary.