Space-Time Compression

Definition

Space-time compression refers to the idea that advancements in technology and transportation have made the world feel smaller, as distances between places seem to shrink due to faster communication and travel. It is the reduction of time and distance between locations.

Related terms

Technological Advancements: Refers to innovations such as the internet, smartphones, and airplanes that have contributed to space-time compression.

Globalization: The process of increased interconnectedness and interdependence among countries around the world.

Transportation Networks: Refers to systems like highways, railways, and airlines that facilitate movement of people, goods, and ideas across long distances.