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Computers Are Not Scary by Lucas Gentry
Do you remember when you were a kid, and saw your first automobile? To the older crowd, the answer might be yes. To them, the first automobile was most-likely an object of wonder. It wasn't necessarily a thing to be feared, just an unknown. It was something that you had heard of, but hadn't had... In the same way, however, that most people see cars, the younger generations see computers. ... The youngest generation of youth feel the same way about computers. ... But somewhere along the line, you decided that using a computer was something that only younger (or more "gifted") people should do.
Back to Basics by Guy Marlow
In this day and age it still baffles me how many people have not harnessed the power of a computer. With most homes now having a computer with Internet access and the increased dependence on computers by companies across the globe, why do people still have problems building a simple spreadsheet? ... Children of the present enjoy having computer studies sandwiched between history and chemistry while the older generation would have been turning a block of wood on a lathe. ... This rapid growth has produced a divide between the older and younger generations.
The Future Of Gaming Is Here - Why The Video Game Industry Is Reaching New Highs by Jonel Cordero
Ever wondered why at the local Toys R Us, the Nintendo Wii still sells out in 15 minutes even though a shipment of 20 or so come in every other week? Why the Playstation3 was sold for over $4,000, on eBay, more then 6 times its value? Or why Microsoft is adding seemingly irrelevant upgrades to... The original generation of gamers, who grew up loving classic games such as Pong and Pac-Man, are now the generation that currently populate the world, no longer needing to listen to their parents of how a Sega Genesis is way too expensive, let alone a $599 60-MB Playstation3.
Mobile Computing by Richard Romando
Mobile computing refers to the use of any kind of computer in a moving environment. The motion may be of the device itself, as in laptops, palmtops, wearable computers, and mobile phones; or it may refer to the dynamics of the computing process, as in digital cameras, podcasters and MP3 players. ... Several members of the younger generation are turning into ‘gizmo freaks’ and becoming almost addicted to their mobile computing devices like watches and cell phones. ... Services like SMS (Short Messaging Service) and MMS (Multimedia Messaging Service) are targeted towards the younger...
Putting The Boomers Out To Pasture by Tim Bryce
"The Baby Boomers will be more remembered for the problems they left behind as opposed to anything they accomplished during their tenure." - Bryce's Law As we all know, the Baby Boomers are regarded as those people born following World War II, I believe it is from 1945 to 1960. ... However, the transition from the Boomers to Generation X (those born between 1965-1976), Generation Y (1977-1994), and Generation Z (those thereafter) has been much more turbulent. ... This led to changes in our morality and other cultural differences whereby the younger generation doesn't have the same set...
Five Reasons Why Your 3rd Generation iPod Battery is Worth Replacing by Anthony Magnabosco
As the owner of a popular third-party iPod battery replacement business, I have the privilege of being able to speak with many iPod owners on a daily basis. It always amazes me how many customers with a 3rd Generation iPod proclaim that it is simply the best iPod that Apple ever made. ... Fourth, although the 3rd Generation iPod cannot display photographs or play video like its’ younger siblings, it is in my opinion is one of the most durable iPods ever built. ... This extra space is perfect for installing a longer-lasting third generation iPod battery that can far outperform the original...
I'm Not A Teen And I Want To Play Great Games Too by Bob Simmons
Online games are extremely popular especially among younger players. But there is an increasing interest in online games among baby boomers and older folks. Features found in some games can discourage more seasoned citizens from playing. What are some of the best game features that 50+ people... Who knows younger players may want these features too. ... A great feature for a boomer game would be the ability to re-play any level at anytime. ... Some games make the mistake of forcing the player to return to either the beginning of that level or even worse the beginning of the game.
Apple's Transparent Yet Growing Market Share by Stephen Sikes
I have not owned a PC or used Windows personally for over 2 years now. I own 2 Macs and bought my daughter an Apple laptop about a year ago. It was amazing to all of us how those Apple products have impacted us and the way we look at other computer products. ... The younger generation knows the trends better than the old who are still stuck using Windows with it’s Viruses and flaws and old PC technology. ... My younger brother called me and told me he had completely replaced his 5 PC’s with MAC’s on a wireless connection.
Has Technology Actually Made Us Worse Off? by Chris Jacob
I will give you time to ponder the title question as I give you two examples. Heart disease and heart related problems are one of the leading causes of death in this country. Everyday in offices, homes, planes, on the road, etc. people are suffering heart attacks and inevitably requiring someone... The saying “you are here for a good time not a long time” would suggest we are better off now but the fact that only a generation ago, terms like stress disorder, ADD, hyper obesity and road rage were rarely used if at all.
Video Games Overview by Steve Dimeck
The gaming industry has been exploding in the recent years as games are not only enjoyed by the young generation. The adults are in on it too. Thanks to the computers, being one of the main contributors to this gaming phenomenon, the gaming industry has been very busy with the race of who is... The end of 2005, and 2006 saw the next generation of console gaming in the form of continuing advances in processor technology, graphics technology, design innovation, and even platform specific gaming community infrastructure.
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