Hmmm (Score 1)

This article assumes that we have not freedom of choice...whether we choose to use it or not, there is the question. When we learn to question a particular technology and assess whether it is right for us, then we have whipped the CyberBeasty. Does the average person NEED a home computer? Probably not. Does the average person NEED a cell phone? A pager? A PDA? etc. etc. I just got a cell phone because it made communications with my wife much easier, we both work and are busy with extra-curricular activities, and in June & July, I lost count of how many times it would have made life easier to have a cell phone to call her and other people. So I broke down and got a free phone one with a reasonable minutes package. I use it more than I expected and certainly for things I don't really need to. But upon evaluation, it has been a worth while addition to my techno-clutter. The cyberclysm will not occur if we remember what it is that the device is supposed to help with and if we actually need help with that task. That and if we can keep from trying to "keep up with the Joneses." Shaken