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A broad definition of a tool is an entity used to interface between two or more domains that facilitates more effective action of one domain upon the other. The most basic tools are simple machines. For example, a crowbar simply functions as a lever. The further out from the pivot point, the more force is transmitted along the lever. A hammer typically interfaces between the operator's hand and the nail the operator wishes to strike. Tools are the most important items that the ancient humans used to climb to the top of the food chain; by inventing tools, they were able to accomplish tasks that their bodies could not, such as using a spear or bow and arrow to kill prey, since their teeth were not sharp enough to pierce many animals' skins. A telephone is a communication tool that interfaces between two people engaged in conversation at one level. And between each user and the communication network at another. It is in the domain of media and communications technology that a counterintuitive aspect of our relationships with our tools first began to gain popular recognition. Marshall McLuhan famously said "We shape our tools. And then our tools shape us." McLuhan was referring to the fact that our social practices co-evolve with our use of new tools and the refinements we make to existing tools. Tools that have evolved for use in particular domains can be given different assignations. For example, tools designed for domestic use are often called utensils. Observation has confirmed that that multiple species can use tools, including monkeys, apes, several birds, sea otters, and others. Philosophers originally thought that only humans had the ability to make tools, until zoologists observed birds and monkeys making tools. Now humans' unique relationship to tools is considered to be that we are the only species that uses tools to make other tools. Most anthropologists believe that the use of tools was an important step in the evolution of mankind. Humans evolved an opposable thumb — useful in holding tools — and increased dramatically in intelligence, which aided in the use of tools. From Wikipedia under the
GNU Free Documentation License What tools should be in a basic toolbox of a homeowner? Q. I've just bought my first home (YAY!) but we kinda lack a toolbox... We have hardwood & tile floors & tile countertops, in case that makes any difference! (we have various kinds screwdrivers, a hammer, a level, a utlity knife, a tape measure) i was thinking we NEED to get a screw gun / drill... what other tools should we get for it? o0h! i think i'll need a dremel as well, one of the tiles on the counter is badly cracked :( Asked by Ember Halo - Thu Sep 13 19:03:10 2007 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments A. Buy a good quality 3/8 cordless drill. ($100) If you have a hammer, plier, side cutter, slip joint plier, tape measure, screwdrivers, etc, you might want to add a few power tools. a decent jig saw will likely get used more than a circular saw unless you get into heavy construction. I would then be looking for a small aircompressor (2 hp) and a couple of nail guns. One for small trim nails, and one for larger nails. With that, you can do a lot of things. Another great item is a box of nitrile gloves. (100 per box at less than $10) You will keep your hands clean of stains, glues, and dirt. Answered by united9198 - Thu Sep 13 22:39:02 2007 What kind of Rivets/tools do i need to make this piece of armor? Q. im planning on using funfoam like placemats so the tools dont have to be super powerful, but what kind of 'studs' do i use and what tool do i use to install them? on all the sites that measure "post/long", is it referring to the "stick" part where they connect? Asked by Donc je suis - Thu Jan 3 12:30:25 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments A. I rivet for a living, but there is a problem with what you want to do. Riveting swells and clamps the pieces together. The pic you have shows articulating sections that need to move. A better alternative would be to use hardware know as "screw posts" or "Chicago screws": These are available in different lengths, and finishes. Use a drop of loctite (from auto parts house) on the threads, screw them together. They'll allow the connected pieces to move (instead of a hole, use a slot, to allow the pieces to articulate). Answered by strech - Thu Jan 3 13:47:07 2008 Hitachi power tools - Can any one can tell me about the performance of these power tools?
Q. I am looking for power tools i live in Fall River, MA USA , I need power tools for some home projects .I need some good shop that provide it in low cost and may be relible . Asked by Julia Collen - Tue Nov 6 09:12:04 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments A. Hitachi is one of the better brands out there Although my Hitachi drill's battery has totally failed me. I have tools of better & lesser quality that have not let me down. For Hitachi type prices you may as well buy DeWalt, Milwalkee or Bosch. Or save a few dollars and buy Craftsman or Skill. Answered by Anger - Wed Nov 7 02:02:30 2007 From Yahoo Answer Search: "Tools" See also:
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