2.5 Space
The rise of remote work and virtual collaboration tools during the COVID-19 pandemic has transformed the nature of work and the boundaries between physical and digital spaces. Platforms like Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Slack have enabled people to work, learn, and socialize from anywhere with an internet connection, blurring the lines between home and office, public and private, local and global. The shift to remote work has also highlighted issues of digital inequality, as access to reliable internet and suitable work environments remains uneven across different communities and regions. The example of remote work shows how digital technologies are reshaping the geography of human activity and interaction, creating new opportunities and challenges for individuals, organizations, and societies.