The standalone scanners and printers at Indentom, a law firm, have been replaced with all-in-one printers that perform the functions of printing, scanning, and photocopying. In the context of innovation streams, which of the following concepts does this scenario best illustrate?
A) Technological singularity
B) Technological lockout
C) Technological substitution
D) Technological determinism

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The scenario best illustrates technological substitution, which refers to the replacement of existing technologies with newer ones that perform similar functions. In this case, the standalone scanners and printers have been replaced with all-in-one printers that can perform the functions of printing, scanning, and photocopying.

The Standalone Scanners and Printers at Indentom, a Law Firm