why do people depend on computers for any kind of work...? Why computers
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for business, fun, knowledge, entertainment etc.
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not true at all... all the stuff that comps do for us are through the process of creativity of people that decided that that "thing" would be useful for others too... and comps cant make a decision... its just like a fancy car... its just a machine that does what its designed to do...
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1. As an engineer, I've worked intimately with high-technoloogy. The interesting thing is that many people are unaware of some of the ways technology influences their lives. From the sensors that control the airbags in their cars, to traffic indicators with burried sensors, to cell phones, and even the way mail gets sorted. It's ubiquitous.\n\n2. Technology helps in research, in travel and even entertainment.\n\n3. Technology, when it malfunctions can be extremely frustrating. About the only thing it doesn't help with is in enjoying the out-doors, as long as you don't count the technology in your footwear, and you don't use a GPS.... etc.\n\n4. I know many people who've gotten together on MySpace and other sites. I, too have made friends. Certainly it's helping people to get together in some ways. On the other hand, if you spend all your time on the computer, you tend to lose the real-life relationships that are very important.\n\n5. False dichotomy. People want to see things as good or bad; right or wrong; innocent or guilty; straight or gay; whatever. Technology can't be pinned down to such a thing. I think that technology is purely neutral. It's how it is used that is good or bad. Just like a gun, an inanimate object. It could be used to gather food, for protection from wild animals, or even as a hammer. It could also used to commit a crime. The object, or technology has no inherent good-ness or bad-ness.\n\n6. Technology is becoming more ubiquitous and more embedded in our lives. It will continue on to the point where we view it as an extension of ourselves, like clothing. We hopefully will use it more and more, but not become so dependent on it that we are unable to function without it.\n\n7. That's an impossible question as every tool we have is technology. From the early spears to kill game, to heated rocks to keep oneself warm in the cold. People tend to think of computers and cell phones and automobiles as technology, forgetting that they are simply logical extensions of the technology of our forebears. To attempt to exist completely without technology leaves one naked in the woods.\n\nWithout computers or telephones or automobiles, some of us would still be quite happy, knowing how to survive without these things. Hopefully I could retain some of my books (technically, they are technology), and I could be quite comfortable (assuming that the technology deficit happened during the spring or summer and I was able to prepare for the harsher seasons).
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everybody does! I mean computers are there to make things easier but sometimes they're the main cause of headaches!\n\ngrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
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Humans have feelings, computers don't.\nComputers can't love, cry, laugh, become angry etc while humans do. Humans created computers, it can't happen the other way round.\n\nComputers can be faster than humans.
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With a desktop, you can get a more-powerful and versatile computer for less money.\nWith a laptop, you can bring it to classes and meetings.\n\nIf you don't care enough to get a *better* computer, get the laptop, but if price and capabilities are important, get a desktop.\n\nIf you just need a computer to take notes in class and other such functions, you could get a desktop and a cheap, used laptop for the same price of a good laptop.
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because you can learn so much more when it's just you and the computer. Every question you always wanted answered is now at your fingertips. Also, you have the world at your fingertips. It's just exciting to know that not too far away from you is a tool to keep you in touch with all that is happening in the world.
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if you want a hardworking laptop\nnot thing beats IBM ( now Lenevo)\nall the computer enginner companies buys them for the workers, they are not that "pretty" but very durable both physically and computerly( they don't "die" easily, they hardly die at all, compare to dell, sony, hp, toshiba)
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Well, the internet is a wonderous thing. Like you said, you can use it for almost anything, and the answer to everything you want to know is right at your fingertips. The likelihood for all of us is that we will become dependant on it in some way. Net addiction is a real and serious thing, and some people do let it take over their lives. When one finds one's self neglecting real life friends and obligations it's time to step back from the PC for a breather. I find it easiest to turn off the computer completely so I'm not so tempted to sit down and have one quick game every time I have to come into the computer room for something.
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It depends on who you are. You can use computers to isolate your self, or you can use them to expand your life. You cant JUST use computers, get out and play Frisbee once in a while! (Not virtual frisbee either)
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I wonder how people can be so clueless...yet still operate a computer.
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I wish more people would then they would know more about a computer then what to browse the internet and send email.  There are so much more things you can do with them.
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If I understand your question right, then the relevance is that a computer can do a huge amount of complicated accounting work with no errors. Which is a big plus over humans doing that work.
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its all based on what you THINK is the answer.  No employer is looking for one certian thing.  I believe personally that they want someone who is well rounded - have a variety of hardware and software experience.  Also able to keep up with the ever changing technology.  It is getting more based on personalities too.  The 'normal computer geek' is quite and likes keeping to themselves,  which is understandable.  I can loose my mind sometimes talking to people about equipment because they are just so stupid about technical things.  Though if you are friendly and dont have a holy'r then thou attitude people in the company are going to be willing to work with you.  Makes you a little more valuable to the company if people actually are willing to work with you.
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why is people wit poor inglish aloud two use a computor?\n\n\n\nplease resubmit your question so that people can understand what in the blazes you are asking!!!!
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It's an interesting topic, one to get student's thinking.\n\nI can see a laptop being useful, not the other items.\n\nI plan on going back to school and want to buy a laptop for a few reasons. One, taking notes cramps my hand severely (carpal tunnel acts up with a lot of writing). I can type way faster than I can write, with no hand cramps.  I also need to do research papers, and again, taking notes in the library is time consuming and hand cramping.  \n\nI also plan on taking online classes, and having a laptop will let me log in and take the classes at home, in the library or when I travel.  My desktop computer gets used by other family members, is not portable, so I need my very own computer.\n\nSince all papers need to be typed, a computer of one's own is very, very useful. \n\nYes, you can do all the above without a computer, and when I went through school and got my BA in the years, bc (before computer), I used a typewriter and had to retype things, splice them together, type again, use whiteout, cut and paste using scissors and glue (literally).  The computer makes all that obsolete.\n\nLaptop, definately. \n\nipod?  nah.  just put music on the computer. and buy a computer that plays dvd movies too.\n\ndistracting?  Anything can be distracting, even something like your own thoughts. Distractions will always be available, it's a matter of self-discipline.\n\n\nHave fun with your paper.
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People can collaborate on a project/job at the same time.  project coordination/management\nPeople communciate distance is reduced. email, teleconference\nBetter presentation with software capable with less cost. word processing\nData storage and retrieve is faster and effective.  database, info search\nSecurity of data is better. encryption and remote backup\nRealtime of info. internet\nMonotonous work all done by pc. staff can be more creative