Communication Networks: Communication networks refer to systems that allow people to connect and exchange information with one another over long distances through various channels (e.g., roads, trade routes).
Printing Press: The printing press was an influential invention during this period that allowed for mass production and dissemination of written materials such as books and newspapers.
Oral Tradition: Oral tradition encompasses passing down stories, histories, beliefs orally from one generation to another without relying on written documentation.