How did America's technology compare to Russia's during the Cold War?

 During the Cold War (circa 1947-1991), the United States and the Soviet Union were engaged in a global competition for military, economic, and technological superiority. Both countries invested heavily in research and development, and both made significant advances in a wide range of technologies.

In general, the United States and the Soviet Union were roughly equal in terms of technological capability during the Cold War. Both countries made significant advances in a number of areas, including nuclear weapons, space exploration, and military technology.

One area where the United States had a technological advantage was in computer technology. The United States was home to many of the leading computer companies and research institutions, and it was at the forefront of the development of computers and computer-based technologies.

On the other hand, the Soviet Union was ahead of the United States in some areas of military technology, particularly in the development of long-range missiles and nuclear weapons. The Soviet Union also made significant advances in the field of space exploration, with the successful launch of the first artificial satellite (Sputnik) in 1957 and the first manned space flight (Vostok 1) in 1961.

Overall, the technological capabilities of the United States and the Soviet Union were roughly equal during the Cold War, with each country making significant advances in a number of areas.