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Introduction & Background

3D printing, also known as additive manufacturing, are one of the hottest new technology

in the IT field. 3D printer is getting massive attention from media to businesses. Reason being is

because of its potential. It has ability to create anything from small pencil to a replica of a huge

3-story mansion. So what exactly is a 3D printer? It is just like what is says, it prints things in 3D

instead of a 2 dimensional drawing on a paper. It creates a 3D model by typical successive layers

of a material from bottom to up. This product has so much potential of future innovation. 3D

printing was invented back in 1983 by a guy named Charles (Chuck) Hull. Since then, it has

been getting bigger and more efficient for the society. With that being said, wider functionality

comes with increased danger potentials. 3D printer can be used as a positive product for our

society or it can be a disaster to some fields. The purpose of this paper is to talk about the

potential benefits, social problems, legal and ethical issues, and security concerns of 3D printing

 Potential Benefits 

The future of 3D printing technology can be very beneficial to our society. From creating

various equipments to helping the poverty, 3D printing is undoubtedly a revolutionary

technology that will bring innovation to our future. As seen on many media, 3D printing has

become a huge attention getting lately. There are many events where 3D printer is printing parts

of bodies for the disabled people. Such as a 3D printed casted leg, arms, and many other parts of

humans. It also creates simple things we need in our daily lives. From utensils, cups, and vases,

to shelves, containers, and many other items. It has the potential to bring people what they need

in our daily lives. I also believe that 3D printing can have a huge impact in the lower class of the

society. We can print out shoes, toys, and other items to donate to the poor. Those ideas for 3D

printing can bring people joy. 3D printer is not just a tool that can create objects but it can be

used to help bring people together. I personally believe that 3D printer has more positive