How important are computers to our society?

Computers in Society

How important are computers to our society? This is a big question for us. People often talk in fantastic terms about computers and their impact on our lives. You probably have heard or read expressions such as “ computers have changed our world" or “computers have changed the way we do everythings” many times. Such statements may strike you as exaggerations, and sometimes they are. But if you stop and really think about the effect computers have had on our daily lives, you still may be astonished.

One way to gauge the impact of computers is to consider the impact of other inventions. Can you imagine, for instance, the many ways in which American life changed after the introduction of the automobile .

Consider a few examples:

» Because of the cat: people were able to travel farther and cheaper than ever before, and this created huge opportunities for businesses to meet the needs of the traveling public.

» Because vehicles could be mass-produced, the nature of manufacturing and industry changed and throngs of people began working on assembly lines.

» Because of road development, suburbs became a feasible way for people to live dose to a duty without actually living in one.

» Because of car travel, motels, restaurants, and shopping centers sprang up in piaccs where there had previously been nothing could envision how the alterable world change. 

» Today, the same  true (computers and other  technology).Buying a computer is a lot like buying a car because there are so many models and options from which to choose! Before deciding which model is best for you, identify the type of work for which you want to use the computer. Depending on your job, you may need to use a computer on a limited basis. A handheld system is great if you want to Manage Your Schedule on a Daily or Hourly Basis.

» Handheld computers are popular for their calendar and schedule management capabilities, which enable you to set appointments, track projects, and record special events.

» Manage a List of Contacts. If you need to stay in touch with many people and travel frequently, personal digital assistants provide contact management features.

» Make Notes on the Fly. Some PDAs feature small keyboards, which are handy for tapping out quick notes. Others feature pens, which enable the user to 'w rite" directly on the display screen. Many newer handheld systems also provide a built-in microphone, so you can record notes digitally.

» Send Faxes and E-Mall. Most popular handheld PCs have fax and e-mail capabilities and a port that lets them exchange data with a PC. If your job requires you to travel but you still need a fullfeatured computer, you may consider using a laptop or notebook computer. This option is the best choice if you want to carry Your Data with You. 

» If you need to make presentations on the road or keep up with daily work while traveling, portable PCs are ideal laptop systems offer as much RAM and storage capacity as desktop models. Many portables have built-in CD-ROM or DVD drives; others accept plug-in CD-ROM, DVD, and hard drives, which can greatly increase their capacity.

»Be Able to Work Anywhere. Portable PCs run on either rechargeable batteries or standard current communicate and Share Data from Any Location. Most portable computers have built-in modems or slots for plugging in a modem.