When it comes to the use of technology and the means of food acquisition, there are many similarities and differences between the Paleolithic Era and the Neolithic Era. Technology during the Paleolithic Era were stone tools. These stone tools were used to cut, scrape, and to engrave. Technology during the Neolithic Era were farming, specialized tools. Farming was used to get food. Specialized tools helped assist during agriculture. One difference between the Paleolithic and Neolithic Era was the way they got food. During the Paleolithic Era, food was available by hunting and gathering. During the Neolithic Era, food was available by Agriculture. Instead of searching places for food, people learned to grow their own crops.