BobRingReflections

As has happened a lot recently, the idea for doing a blog on the history of human communication emerged from Pat and I discussing potential subjects.  We were intrigued about how much communication had changed from prehistoric times to today. First, let me define terms:  Human communication is a fundamental process that facilitates the exchange of information, expression of thoughts and emotions, building relationships, problem-solving, influencing others, cultural integration, learning, entertainment, and social change.  It is a cornerstone of human interaction and essential for personal, social, and professional development.   I will start with a discussion of prehistoric communication, including oral and visual; and then talk about the history of written communication; followed by printed communication; postal systems; photography; telecommunications, including the telegraph, the landline telephone, phonograph, radio and television, the fax machine, photocop...