In high school, I had one computer class. I remember using the Apple IIe with the black screen and the green letters. In college, I also only had one computer class, “Apple for Teachers.” My first cell phone was in a bag, and it was larger than my current handbag. I remember cassette tapes and VHS. Some times when I stop and think, I am simply amazed with how much has changed in such a relatively short period of time. David Pouge, for The New York Times in “The Lessons of 10 Years of Talking Tech,” wrote in amazement of the addition of things such as HDTV, Blu-ray, GPS, WiFi, iPods to our vocabulary. However, most individuals tend to think of the advancements as something negative (replacing) instead of something more positive (branching). In reality, all of these changes are just an “add on” to what we already know and love. Why fight it? Mr. Pogue suggested embracing change by understanding that the object we are purchasing can and will be outdated soon.
Hi Lisa,
ReplyDeleteI agree on all the changes that have occurred in technology over the years. When I was in high school - there were no computers there. By the time I got to college - there were - but I was never required to use them (until I got into clinicals - and then it was limited and specific - for billing purposes). And, even though I am not crazy about technology - I am obviously trying to learn more about it. I have recognized the trend, the growing expectation and demand, as well as the potential.
Lisa, I agree! Change is usually a good thing. With change, comes new and usually improved technologies. Sometimes they can take a bit of getting used to, but worth it.
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