I don't know what it is with me and computers. I can't seem to do things right with them or keep them in running condition WHATSOEVER. If it's not out-of-date software clogging up my computer, it's bugs and viruses. I can't seem to do anything right. No matter how hard I try to keep up with my computer's demands, I cannot keep it working! Right now, my dad is messing around with my laptop to get it working. My Internet connection went out completely and wasn't working, and while I hate going to my Dad for technology advice, this time I gave in. My laptop isn't that new, so I'm not surprised that it's running slow lately. It's at least 7 years old, and hasn't really had any problems up until this point.
Every once in awhile, I try to imagine what it would be like to not have ANY electronics whatsoever... and then dismiss it as a nightmarish horror that I never want happening. Truth be told, I rely on the internet a LOT... My homework is all done online, as is my social communicating. I depend on my internet connection to be strong so I can get in papers on time, to talk to my friends, to play games, and to listen to music. However, the internet hasn't been around forever... in fact, it was created when my dad was in his early twenties. When I ask Dad what he and his friends did for fun when they were younger, he often tells me they would be in the woods and far from home on most days. Granted, I can't even come close to doing the same. Dad grew up in NJ, where all his friends lived within 3-4 blocks of him. It was much easier to go out after school and just hang around until night. It also made more sense- there was no other way to communicate at that point, so hanging out was a good alternative to the internet. I, however, live in New Hampshire. My best friend lives 45 minutes away from me and the closest friend I have lives 9 miles and 15 minutes away. So, talking online is the easiest thing to do. On the weekends, my friends and I hang out at each others' houses... but that's essentially it. What were things like when YOU were a kid? Let me know in the comments... I'm curious to see what things were like before the internet. Maddie
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