As we near the end of this course, our last assignment is to design our perfect computer. The erect computer is something that I am having a hard time wrapping my mind around. Is there such a thing as a perfect computer? It seems now as technology advances computers lose their value as soon as they leave the shelf. Then when you get the machine home and get it running exactly how you want it, a new commercial comes on for something even better. Any avid technology user can see where I'm coming from.
In the next breath, I can say that a perfect computer is one that meets the needs of the user. This too is something else I've recently been contemplating. As I stated in previous posts, I've always been a PC girl. It's what I've always used and was taught to teach on. Then, when I started teaching, I was given a MacBook. The world of Mac was something that I had explored before, but didn't take too much time looking into it because I aaas so comfotable with my PC. Now, as I type this blog on an iPad given to me by my school, I can't help but wonder if I will purchase a Mac as my next computer.
I've explored my options and noticed that both machines Meet my needs. There is a lot of software that differs between the two, but still serve the same purpose. I'm starting to feel that the Mac is more user friendly and easier to navigate. Though there are certain aspects about PC's that I still love; right-clicking being one of them.
As I continue to grow through technology not only in my career, but also with the help of this program, I still can't help but wonder what is the perfect computer. What are my needs? What purpose will this machine serve me? Is it worth getting a new computer or just updating software/applications?
Great post, Allie. I liked the questions that you pose at the conclusion of it. I'm pretty sure that I understand my computing needs but there are always new things hitting the market. Do we NEED them... not really! Can my current computer run them anyway... well, actually, NO! I'd love to see myself building my next computer and going the Linux route... I don't know that I am that brave though!
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