Sorry, I think we are using the term 'technology' in a different ontological context. I like the brief description "Technology: the methods for using scientifi

Sorry, I think we are using the term 'technology' in a different ontological context. I like the brief description "Technology: the methods for using scientific discoveries for practical purposes". I.e. how to apply accrued knowledge practically. The opposites to technology-based problem solving would be trial-and-error, political or ideology based mandates, etc. This does not exclude adaption, nor does it mandate a hierarchical organization to implement the technolgy.