Information Revolution (1982)

The 1982 documentary Information Revolution explores the rapid transformation of society through the rise of microcomputers, satellites, and global data networks. It highlights how a tiny silicon chip—the microprocessor—revolutionized everything from home appliances to international communication. From weather forecasting and law enforcement to military defense and airline control, computers and satellites enabled faster data processing, real-time information sharing, and automation. The film illustrates how satellite communications shrunk time and distance, bringing live broadcasts and global data access into homes and businesses. It also emphasizes the profound impact on education, medicine, and commerce—enabling global collaboration and improved quality of life. Ultimately, the film predicts a new societal divide: not between the haves and have-nots, but between the “knows” and “know-nots,” underscoring information as the new wealth in a digitally connected world.

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