What brought this blog discussion up is the rumor: Microsoft To Release XP SP3 as early as tomorrow
Fact: Microsoft releases Vista SP1
With more and more devices coming to light each day that can do what computers do everyday, the life of the computer may be limited. Take some of the latest news stories!
March 24, 2008 10:26 AM PDT Google outlines proposal for ‘Wi-Fi on steroids’
March 24, 2008 12:05 PM PDT Android phones as early as this fall?
Mar 25 2008 PS3 firmware with BD-Live support now available (movies on PS3’s)
Must have reasons for you to own a computer?
Games? – phones, consoles, and arcades…
Internet? – Phones, consoles, TV service (digital almost required now)…
What are the reasons for buying/owning your own computer?
Your computer will always be available for you to use (unlike public computers).
You can work independently and with privacy
You can use your own unique settings
You can take it with you where ever you go
What are the reasons AGAINST buying my own computer?
Initial costs
Maintenance/outgoing costs
Computers depreciate in value
Setting up and maintaining a computer (yourself or know someone to help you)
Reliability
Security