Week 3&4 Discussion

Now that you have completed the first two weeks of class, we would like you to reflect on a couple of things in your Blog.1. What role have computers played in your life until now? How do they help and hinder you?2. How competent do you feel you are with word processors like Word Perfect or MS Word?

Computers have been very important in my life for as long as I can remember. I use Google constantly to search for information, I use Word and Powerpoint to write papers and projects, I use hotmail and myspace to keep in touch with old and new friends, I use aol instant messenger and msn messenger to chat with friends. Without a computer in my life, I'm not sure where I would be. They help me to be a better friend as I hate talking on the phone, they help me to be a better and more creative student, and they keep me from being bored most of the time. They don't really hinder me at all, as all the applications I use are ones I am familiar with. Also, my mom is a computer whiz, as is my dad, so any time I might have a problem, they are always there to help me. I guess the main thing I have had some difficulties with are installed things going wrong and not having the hardware to reinstall them. It has led to a few difficulties especially in the last week, but with the help of my curiosity and my roommate I am up and running smoothly again.
I feel that I am very competent with MS Word, though I'm not sure what Word Perfect is. I use word all the time, whether it's just to jot things down when I don't feel like writing, or using word to write a 7 page paper. I have never had any complications with word, as everything is pretty much cut and dry. If, on the off chance I do have problems, I know there is always help nearby. Basically, I feel completely at ease with all aspects of word.