Computers can be so complicating at times.

I have to say that computers and emailing can be so complicating at times. I was trying to email my instructor today and I wasn't getting though to him. I am really considering on buying a Mac soon. This PC that I have is really frustrating me. My daughter even said "mom we really should upgrade and get a Mac computer you wouldn't have any trouble with them". So if my 14 yr old is suggesting that i should get a Mac computer then who knows more about technology then I do? Well her of course. LOL.

How Rewarding Blogging Could Be

Since we began this course, we've had to create a blog and post on how we feel about certain topic or what is has been going on all around us. We'll for me, I have to say that I wasn't too keen about blogging. Somedays I wasn't quite sure about what I wanted to say or even talk about. The positive aspect about it though was just writing about what I felt about what was going on around me, and it wasn't so bad. You basically could say what ever you want and that was it. Now, I getting used to blogging and knowing that you will be marked on what you have to say.. can be rewarding.

How a computer program is helping me with my typing skills?

Technology in our household is being used everyday. My children are constantly on the computer searching information on thier school projects. Not to mention, playing educational games on the home computer. I'm learning something new everyday. My daughter recently introducted a typing prigram that i could use to improve my typing skills. I found it very funny, when she said to me ''mom here is a typing program that you can use online and practice while were at school". She is always looking out for all of us, just like a mother hen. I am very fortunate to have children that know a lot about computer Technology.

Understanding how to use technogy

I really have a hard time trying to use the technology around me. I have to say I have come along way. I learn something new everyday wether it is from Jeff my instructor in this class, or my children at home. They are so into computers, and they know what to do when something goes wrong with it. I know that when I was thier age I wasn't fortunate to have a computer in our home. You see, I come from a family of eight children myself being the youngest of the rest. The only time we were able to use a computer was when we were in school, or a friend we knew had a computer at there home. So now for my children they are fortunate enough to be able to have a home computer and a lap top in thier home, something I didn't have. They love it. So do I, now that I'm learning to use it. LOL.

How secure is the Internet?

The discussion about how secure we are on the internet? Well, after hearing about how not so private and secure the internet really is? This has brought a lot to my attention on how much privacy we really have when we are on the internet. I know for sure I won't be using my webcam ever again. I have to say that it's so violating on how hackers can get into your computer and get all your info online. I know now I do not leave my computers on anymore. I had a discussion with my family about this and they never thought that this could ever happen.

How my kids are in-tuned with Technology

Hello Everyone!

I have to say the my kids are pretty good with technology in my household. I got home from school Monday night, and my 7 year old was on the computer of course. She had recieved some Webkinz for christmas. We were not aware at the time, that you can go online with these plush toys and play educational games on this website. She would not only play games, but have to care for her webkinz. She would have to feed them, shelter them and purchase furniture with webkin dollars. Not to mention take them to the doctor for check-ups. Pretty neat if you ask me.

First Time Blogger!

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My name is Natalie Patles. I am currently enrolled in the Educational Program (BED) at UNB. the site I am attending through is Eel Ground. This is my first time ever in creating a blog. I have to say, I was not sure on how to creat a blog. With the help from my fellow classmate Mindy OK , I was able to create my blog with her help she gave me the website...Thank you Mindy! I am very excited and I hope to learn alot with this course. Just to be able to feel more confident, and be able to work with Technology.