[nabs-l] Interesting topic for discussion: Is TechnologyTurning into Our Enemy?

[Bernadetta Pracon]

I agree with Desiray. There is no need to pass quick judgement.
Meanwhile, I think it's pretty neat that people are still interested in 
vintage technology. I think it's awesome that people are still using 
it. I have to say that if I had my way, I would probably still be using 
my braille lite from ten years ago--if it hadn't broken. I am of the 
same opinion that people who learn through actual reading and writing 
retain much more information than through auditory learning. I was 
fortunate enough to have been tought braille exclusively at an early 
age, and I can also vouch for the fact that I probably am more aware of 
grammar and punctuation than those who learned through listening. I am 
not knocking auditory learning by the way; I am not trying to be a 
snob. I  am aware that sometimes, an individual can only obtain media 
and books via audio or computers with screen readers.
Anyways, the point of this not-so-well-thought out, late-night ramble 
of mine is, vintage technology is cool and I admire those who prefer to 
use it over the latest tech gadgets. I personally think there should be 
a healthy balance of both; As so many people have already said, one 
needs to be resourceful and keep backup tools in order to ensure that 
they can  execute their tasks.
I am also twenty one, and I will proudly admit that I have no desire to 
get an ipod or an Iphone; Not because I don't admire their 
capabilities. I love apple, and I respect their awesome technology. I 
have no desire to use a touch screen, though, and I like the idea of a 
phone being a phone, primarily. I  never even use text messaging. Sure, 
I love the internet just like everyone else, but I also believe that 
too much of anything is unnecessary and unhealthy. And  that includes 
technology.

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