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Vacuum Cleaner
Before the invention of the vacuum, women spent all of their time taking care of the children and housework, which became stressful. The Vacuum was invented to help the women in the home however, the vacuum helped clean bacteria and germs. -
Air conditioner
Not wanting to sweat in the summer in the south was a big deal to people, however, that is the significance of the air conditioner. The air conditioner changed how people purchased homes. Many people refused to purchase homes that did not have air conditioner. -
Electric iron
The electric iron improved homes by making it easier to iron clothes. Before the iron, to get wrinkles out, several people would use things to beat their clothing to make wrinkles come out. -
Washing machine
The way the washing machine had an impact on household management was changing the way daily routines were ran. Before the washing machine, it would take a while to get clothes washed. The washer machine was able to hold more clothing and get them done faster. -
Electric dishwasher
The electric dishwasher affected household because it changed where people lived. The dishwasher needed hot water and soap and only certain resident areas had dishwashers because water supply was limited. So it affected where people lived. -
Stainless Steel
The impact that stainless steel had on the house hold was by changing the appliances to stainless steel. The stainless steel has more of an impact on the kitchen appliances. -
Refrigerator
The refrigerator affected households by providing healthier foods without spoiling them. -
Televison
The affect that television had on the household was bringing families together. Television around this time only had three stations and that was NBC, CBS, and ABC. However, people were able to see things that were important, such as presidential debates that took place in the 1940's. -
Garbage disposal
The garbage disposal was invented to prevent the spread of disease and pollution and ensure that environments remain habitable for humans, plants and animals. -
Dryer
Before the dryer clothes were wrung out and set to hang by a fire. The dryer was a more efficient way to dry clothes. -
Duct tape
Duct tape was invented during WW2. It was meant to help soldiers with equipment. However, duct tape is also used for house appliances that were broken. Duct tape is waterproof so that made a huge difference in things that could be fixed. -
Microwave
The microwave definitely had an impact on household management. It made a difference in what type of foods could be prepared and what foods are eaten. Microwaves, of course, does not cooks food, but it is a convenient way to reheat foods in a shorter amount of time. -
Computer
Computer were only used for commercial purposes. However, computers were given modems and microchips that later improved their quality. Now, that computers have improved significantly, computers help with homework and everyday life. -
Tupperware
Tupperware was important because it helped keep food fresher and helped it last longer. -
Credit card
The credit card has a major impact on household management. It changed how people lived. People went from caring money to having a small card that had everything they need on it. Since technology has improved greatly, credit cards are now used online. Overall, credit cards has an impact on out lives. -
Tetra Pak
This was the first food packaging company. This was a way to help keep food fresh. This impacted the household because more families were able to get fresher goods. -
Oral contraceptives
Oral contraceptives changed household management significantly. Women were able to take pills to keep them from getting pregnant when they were not ready to have children. When they were ready, they stop taking them. -
Halogen lamp
The purpose of this lamp was to generate light. These are now used in our everyday life such as, headlights, kitchens, under cabinet lighting, etc. -
Fiber Optics
Fiber Optics changed how we lived! Fiber optics controlled long distance phone calls, the internet, and the television. -
ATM
The ATM changed how people lived. If you were not able to make it to the bank before closing hours, you had an ATM that could get you what you need. -
Printer
The printer played a major role in the household management. Around this time, technology was improving and being able to print things off was a helpful way to communicate. -
E-mail
E-mail changed how fast we could communicate. Yes, there were cell phones and other way to communicate. However, if you wanted something to only be read by a certain person, then email was the best way to do it. -
Electronic ignition
Before the ignition, the only way to start the car was with a long bar called the "starter lever." it was able to fit into the hole and you had to rotate it a few times to start the car. That was a lot of work and the ignition was a quicker way to get into your car. Personally, I also feel like the ignition is safer because if you are in danger, you don't have to crank your to make it start. -
Cell phone
The cellphone had a major impact on the household management. It was easier and faster to communicate. -
Genetic Engineering
Genetic engineering had a major affect on lives. It improved the health of many people. Today, it helps fight against cystic fibrosis. Genetic engineering was also another way to help food farmers produce food faster. -
Car airbag
The car airbag as had a major impact on the household management. Before airbags, there was noting there protecting you in a car accident. Airbags help drivers and passengers from shock. -
HBV (Hepatitis B)
HBV had an affect on the house hold management. It caused sever liver issues which led to liver cancer, liver failure, liver damage, etc. The vaccination saved the lives of a lot of people. -
Internet
The internet affected the household management from not have access to things quickly to people being able to get the things they need in a matter of seconds. It is a great way to communicate, shop, Banking, entertainment, etc. -
Wifi
Wifi changed household management. Instead of being in a certain area for wifi, you were able to access it at you home. -
Prozac
Prozac was invented to help with depression. Having a depressed person in your household can affect the mood of everyone else. So these pills not only helped the depressed individual, it helped the family better learn how to treat depression.
