Technology has gotten to the point that even someone who is not tech savvy, or who has not been raised using computers, can be a tech junkie.
Programs and apps are now made so that anyone can start using them with ease. Just download an app or join a social network and VOILA! you’re off and running! These easy to use programs and apps wind up turning LO-FI individuals into insta-techies! Take Grandparents for instance:
Here are some quick stats on Will’s grandparents off the top of my head:
2 out of 4 of Will’s grandparents are on Facebook.
3 out of 4 use Skype to video conference with Will.
4 out of 4 use email (but who doesn’t these days).
4 out of 4 use them for picture and video sharing (I am one of their largest supporters of this as I take and send a lot of media via my Posterous.com blog, my personal blog, Facebook, Instagram, Socialcam, email and more).
My dad came to visit us this last weekend. He was drawn to use his Facebook at various hours of the day during his visit. He would add new photos of our adventures together as well as engage in “the usual” Facebook business. He uses it more than I do. Whoa! And, he doesn’t even have a smart phone allowing him to use the Facebook app (which is where I do quite a bit of my Facebook usage).
My mom uses Facebook on occasion but mainly when we send her messages or photos.
Billy’s folks don’t have a Facebook account but I am going to see if I can set them up with one this week so they can be a part of the “Will-versation” at the very least. They love when I send them Will-related items so I feel bad when I post Will stuff exclusively to Facebook which means that they miss out. But, do they really need another hook for their valuable time? We shall see…




