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lelibertaire  ·  3184 days ago  ·  link  ·    ·  parent  ·  post: Could you live without a computer or smartphone?

Could I live without it?

Sure. I love books and have a few on my shelves I still need to read. Plus, I get a few magazines sent to me each month. I've been trying to get back into shape like I used to be so I'd have no problem spending more time outside exercising and such.

Do I want to?

Nope. Not even close.

tnec outlined a few reasons. They offer me tons of entertainment. And I program so they're a valuable tool for me.

But most important to me is the access to information they provide. I have been able to learn so much with access to computers and smartphones. Information that school didn't teach me about. Information that has helped me grow as a person and simply solve problems that have come up. I've been exposed to philosophies and politics that would have been hidden from me if I had to rely on mainstream society and media for information. I've had access to programming/computing knowledge that has helped me hone my skills.

And I don't know what I'd do without my smartphone. It's practically my Bullshit-Checking Machine. And being able to keep up to date with news or email is too important to my productivity.

I understand and respect why some would choose to unplug. But I don't think it's for me right now.





Ezana  ·  3184 days ago  ·  link  ·  

I agree completely that society needs to get better at using technology responsibly. Everything in moderation is probably the healthiest stance.

    Traveling? Moving off the grid? Willpower? What's prompting the change (if you don't mind my asking)?

Financial considerations. Once my current devices break down, I likely won't be able to replace them. Such are the joys of becoming independent. But like I said, I'm starting to see the bright side of living with pre-1991 technology.