'technology-friendly' is a compound word formed from 'technology' and 'friendly'. 'Technology' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'technologia', where 'techne' meant 'art, skill' and 'logia' meant 'study'. 'Friendly' comes from Old English 'freondlic', meaning 'kind, helpful'.

'Technology' evolved from the Greek 'technologia' to the modern English 'technology'. 'Friendly' evolved from Old English 'freondlic' to the modern English 'friendly'.

Initially, 'technology' referred to the study of arts and skills, but now it encompasses modern scientific advancements. 'Friendly' has maintained its meaning of being kind and helpful.