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Title: Using a computer for the first time.
Post by: Clive on July 07, 2011, 20:15
A Firefox User has an interesting encounter with someone who has never used a computer before and we all learn something.

http://jboriss.wordpress.com/2011/07/06/user-testing-in-the-wild-joes-first-computer-encounter/
Title: Re: Using a computer for the first time.
Post by: davy51 on July 07, 2011, 20:50
Its a common practice with software designers
They assume the user knows how to operate a computer

I myself never touched one until I was 50 and my kids had to show me
Title: Re: Using a computer for the first time.
Post by: sam on July 07, 2011, 21:19
I can't recall not having a computer
Title: Re: Using a computer for the first time.
Post by: Simon on July 07, 2011, 21:20
I can recall not having a pocket calculator! 
Title: Re: Using a computer for the first time.
Post by: Clive on July 07, 2011, 21:21
What a deprived child you were Simon.   ;D 
Title: Re: Using a computer for the first time.
Post by: sam on July 07, 2011, 21:27
Lol
Title: Re: Using a computer for the first time.
Post by: Simon on July 07, 2011, 21:29
Quote from: Clive on July 07, 2011, 21:21
What a deprived child you were Simon.   ;D 

 :cry:
Title: Re: Using a computer for the first time.
Post by: Clive on July 07, 2011, 22:25
 :oops: :sorry:  Typo!  I meant depraved.    :hee-hee:
Title: Re: Using a computer for the first time.
Post by: sam on July 07, 2011, 22:50
:)
Title: Re: Using a computer for the first time.
Post by: GillE on July 07, 2011, 23:12
I can recall not having a computer.  That was when I used to do things!
Title: Re: Using a computer for the first time.
Post by: Simon on July 07, 2011, 23:43
Quote from: Clive on July 07, 2011, 22:25
:oops: :sorry:  Typo!  I meant depraved.    :hee-hee:

That too.   :devil:
Title: Re: Using a computer for the first time.
Post by: Rodders on July 08, 2011, 00:40
Great article!  Like discovering a lost Amazonian tribe, it is becoming increasingly unusual to find someone who's never used a computer before.  Although sadly there are some for whom the learning curve will always remain a flat line.

It wasn't until 1984 that got my first (work) computer.  As I recall, the [Winchester] drives were the size of dustbin lids and had rather less storage capacity than one of Cyril Smith's trouser pockets.  I then had to wait around for someone to invent the web, before I could tell anyone else that I had one.  Once I'd got some interwebs, it was then just a simple matter of waiting another few years for some damn fool to invent PC-Pals.  The rest, as they say, is hysteria.
Title: Re: Using a computer for the first time.
Post by: Simon on July 08, 2011, 07:11
;D
Title: Re: Using a computer for the first time.
Post by: sam on July 08, 2011, 07:58
Growing up with computers especially as they have evolved gives u a nice perspective
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Post by: Delgado on July 08, 2011, 08:16
The first go at a computer for me was when my Boss went out I thought I would have a go. Got stuck on some blasted Porn Site that wouldnt go away!! Had to get his Daughter to clear it for me. She found it most amusing, although she didnt say anything; at least I dont think so!!! :not:
Title: Re: Using a computer for the first time.
Post by: Clive on July 08, 2011, 09:45
 :pmsl:  Let he who is without sin cast the first stone.   :laugh:
Title: Re: Using a computer for the first time.
Post by: daveeb on July 08, 2011, 10:37
Quote from: Simon on July 07, 2011, 21:20
I can recall not having a pocket calculator! 

Yes slide rules were the cutting edge in the early 70's. Do you remember the calculator kits from Sinclair that came out in the mid 70's and cost a relative fortune. ?
Title: Re: Using a computer for the first time.
Post by: Simon on July 08, 2011, 12:25
Vaguely, Dave.  The first calculator I remember was a Philips, but I always wanted a Casio.  ;D
Title: Re: Using a computer for the first time.
Post by: sam on July 08, 2011, 14:40
Quote from: Delgado on July 08, 2011, 08:16
The first go at a computer for me was when my Boss went out I thought I would have a go. Got stuck on some blasted Porn Site that wouldnt go away!! Had to get his Daughter to clear it for me. She found it most amusing, although she didnt say anything; at least I dont think so!!! :not:

how old was the daughter :p
Title: Re: Using a computer for the first time.
Post by: Clive on July 08, 2011, 19:40
Quote from: daveeb on July 08, 2011, 10:37
Yes slide rules were the cutting edge in the early 70's. Do you remember the calculator kits from Sinclair that came out in the mid 70's and cost a relative fortune. ?

I loved slide rules but I doubt if I could use one after so many years of using calculators.  Yes, I remember the Sinclair calculator kits although I never bought one.  I do however remember his crystal radio sets - and I did buy one of those!   ;D
Title: Re: Using a computer for the first time.
Post by: Delgado on July 08, 2011, 20:22
Quote from: sam on July 08, 2011, 14:40
how old was the daughter :p

18-Old enough to have a good laugh!!

 :lol:
Title: Re: Using a computer for the first time.
Post by: Simon on July 08, 2011, 21:35
 :devil:
Title: Re: Using a computer for the first time.
Post by: sam on July 08, 2011, 23:24
Oh eh