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1 The technological advances that arrived in a swift fashion in the mid-1990s have reshaped the very fabric of society, and modern technologies have attracted various population groups in different areas. It is no exaggeration to say that technology has impacted upon the lives of everybody, in one way or another. However, this is often quite subliminal and somewhat ironic given the bold nature of the imposition of digital technology on our lives. It's true that the digital world has changed our lives in almost every way possible.2 To start with, do you still remember the days when teachers used chalk, dusters, and blackboards? They are almost never used today. Black has turned white, in the form of interactive whiteboards. To go one step further, the days of children having to carry a bag with printed books will probably be a distant memory in the future. With the advent of the age of the tablet, they are starting to lose the impact.181. What is ironic about digital technology as mentioned in Para.1?

1 The technological advances that arrived in a swift fashion in the mid-1990s have reshaped the very fabric of society, and modern technologies have attracted various population groups in different areas. It is no exaggeration to say that technology has impacted upon the lives of everybody, in one way or another. However, this is often quite subliminal and somewhat ironic given the bold nature of the imposition of digital technology on our lives. It's true that the digital world has changed our lives in almost every way possible.2 To start with, do you still remember the days when teachers used chalk, dusters, and blackboards? They are almost never used today. Black has turned white, in the form of interactive whiteboards. To go one step further, the days of children having to carry a bag with printed books will probably be a distant memory in the future. With the advent of the age of the tablet, they are starting to lose the impact.181. What is ironic about digital technology as mentioned in Para.1?

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The irony of digital technology, as mentioned in the text, is the contrast between its very bold and obvious presence in our lives and the subtle, often unnoticed (subliminal) impact it has on us. While the technology itself is a very visible and forceful imposition, its effects on the very fabric of society are often so gradual and deeply integrated that people do not consciously perceive the changes.