The document introduces the topic of technology by defining it as the application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes. It discusses how technology has evolved over time as humans have used it to adapt to their environment and meet their needs. Examples are given of how technology is present in many areas like transportation, communication, engineering, manufacturing, and more. The document concludes that technology follows a process of identifying needs, designing solutions, prototyping, evaluating, and mass production to help improve quality of life.