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Low technology is a term for less advanced or relatively unsophisticated techniques and equipment. It is the opposite of high technology, a term for modern technology that is close to the state of the art. Low technology comes in several distinct varieties:
Retro TechnologyCertain old technologies may become collectables by enthusiasts driven by a sense of nostalgia and history. In some cases, retro technology is valued because it has features or quality that have been forgotten by new technology. Retro technologies may also be valued because they lack features that users find annoying or intrusive. For example, users may prefer tools that aren't connected to the internet out of a sense of privacy and security.
DIYLow technology is valued by do-it-yourself enthusiasts as it is easier to modify and extend. For example, a car with a low-tech engine is easier to repair and modify in a home garage.HandmadeLow technology is a common business model that seeks to standout in a crowded marketplace by producing things using traditional methods such as handmade techniques.
Traditional ItemsTraditional arts, crafts and products may lose their value and significance if modernized. Slow MovementThe slow movement is the idea that faster and cheaper isn't always better. It tends to be associated with low-tech methods such as traditional methods of agriculture and production.
Passive DesignPassive design is a category of tools and approaches that use no energy. In some cases, passive design is low tech.InnovationInnovation is often associated with high technology. However, low technology is also an area of intense innovation. For example, low technology may be used to solve problems in developing nations. |
| Type | Technology | | Definition | Technology that is significantly less complex, sophisticated or advanced than the state of the art. | | Value | CollectablesUnique featuresLack of unwanted featuresEasier to modifyPreservation of traditionSpecial requirements such as durability | | Also Known As | low tech, lo-tech | | Related Concepts | ReusePassive DesignInnovationSlow Food |
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