1. Which technologies have had the biggest effect on globalization? a. There are several answers to this. Probably the most obvious are the Internet, the
graphical interface of Windows and the World Wide Web, and workflow software.
2. What are some of the advantages brought about by globalization?
a. Advantages include the ability to locate expertise and labor around the world, the ability to operate 24 hours a day, and a larger market for products.
3. What are the challenges of globalization? a. Challenges include infrastructure differences, labor laws and regulations, legal
restrictions, and different languages, customs, and preferences. 6. What does the term digital divide mean?
a. The separation between those who have access to the global network and those who do not. The digital divide can occur between countries, regions, or even neighborhoods.