Comment Re:I'm sorry, the computer is *NOT* a Toaster! (Score 1) 319
Well, most 'motorist's' do not know how to check the oil, or replace a flat. They may know how to check the tire pressure, but I would be willing to bet (yes, with U.S. dollars) the number of people who check there tire pressure, heck, even know what the correct tire pressure is supposed to be, is in the minority.
Second, I would argue cars are becoming more like computers then 'computers should be more like cars'. Outside of the US the level of computer integration is unbelievable. It will not be long before a car contracts a virus.
Basically, people expect to buy a car, not read the owners manual, and drive it without it breaking down. The only maintenance they expect is to put gas in it. Yes, that is considered maintenance to the average consumer. Why do you think MB, BMW, Lexus, ect. are selling new cars with maintenance built into the MSRP? (hint: helps resell value and owner loyalty because the real maintenance is being done and the cars are less likely to break down)
Former car dealer, current sys admin.
Second, I would argue cars are becoming more like computers then 'computers should be more like cars'. Outside of the US the level of computer integration is unbelievable. It will not be long before a car contracts a virus.
Basically, people expect to buy a car, not read the owners manual, and drive it without it breaking down. The only maintenance they expect is to put gas in it. Yes, that is considered maintenance to the average consumer. Why do you think MB, BMW, Lexus, ect. are selling new cars with maintenance built into the MSRP? (hint: helps resell value and owner loyalty because the real maintenance is being done and the cars are less likely to break down)
Former car dealer, current sys admin.
