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Technology as come in leaps and bounds in the past few decades. From computers that filled rooms that were cooled by large fans to super-powered computers that fit neatly onto a small desk. The usage of computers has radically changed as well, from primarily a number crunching machine to a all purpose unit that basically does what we ask it to.
Who would of dreamed years ago that we would all be communicating worldwide via desktop computers, playing games that are close to touching reality. Microchips that can control laser guided missiles and can process commands at a phenomenal rate.
Although I agree that the games now are overall much superior to what they were when the old Vic20 and BBC computers were about, it does make me sad when I think that computers these days are advancing, not for the enviroment they are within, but to satisfy people playing ever demanding games.
I understand that PC's have other good usages such as graphical and wordprocessing abilities, but these uses do not justify the processors that are installed these days.
It would be much better if things were slowed down to a comfortable level so other technologies can be developed first which can then use existing PC power and develop things with yesterday's technology rather than next weeks.
For instance, wouldn't it be a great idea if your PC controlled things around your house. You may say they have already done this, but as an installation engineer, there's no immediate evidence that this is going to be implemented for many years to come. PC's CAN control things such as heating, lights, security measures, but because as I previously explained, because PC's are developing for other reasons, these ideas are not being used.
Cars are beginning to use computer technology but it is mostly available in more expensive vehicles. If a microchip can fly a guided missile, surely it can drive a car?
There is going to come a time when existing technology will demand a slow down of PC development so it can all catch up.
Fine, a game, 100% realistic graphics, gameplay, audio, visual the lot - what next?
Who would of dreamed years ago that we would all be communicating worldwide via desktop computers, playing games that are close to touching reality. Microchips that can control laser guided missiles and can process commands at a phenomenal rate.
Although I agree that the games now are overall much superior to what they were when the old Vic20 and BBC computers were about, it does make me sad when I think that computers these days are advancing, not for the enviroment they are within, but to satisfy people playing ever demanding games.
I understand that PC's have other good usages such as graphical and wordprocessing abilities, but these uses do not justify the processors that are installed these days.
It would be much better if things were slowed down to a comfortable level so other technologies can be developed first which can then use existing PC power and develop things with yesterday's technology rather than next weeks.
For instance, wouldn't it be a great idea if your PC controlled things around your house. You may say they have already done this, but as an installation engineer, there's no immediate evidence that this is going to be implemented for many years to come. PC's CAN control things such as heating, lights, security measures, but because as I previously explained, because PC's are developing for other reasons, these ideas are not being used.
Cars are beginning to use computer technology but it is mostly available in more expensive vehicles. If a microchip can fly a guided missile, surely it can drive a car?
There is going to come a time when existing technology will demand a slow down of PC development so it can all catch up.
Fine, a game, 100% realistic graphics, gameplay, audio, visual the lot - what next?
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What's wrong with ever-increasingly fast processors? I like fast processors. Fast is good, and trailing edge technology is stupidly cheap, meaning I could buy a 750mhz Duron for next to nothing, which My Chosen Operating System (TM) would run excellently on.
Also, how is your PC controlling your central heating in any way useful? The bluetooth example of your toaster asking your fridge to tell the microwave to buy more pizza is all very nice, but I'd prefer to control my own shopping list thankyou very much..
Furthermore I would debate that driving a car is easier than flying a missile. Consider at least the legal aspect when one of these cars kills someone. Computer /assisted/ driving is happening, such as braking automatically if you've fallen asleep, and I'm sure this will be implemented soon. Honestly most of this stuff doesn't appeal to me as being amazingly useful, but if you think it is, go and implement it :)
Also, how is your PC controlling your central heating in any way useful? The bluetooth example of your toaster asking your fridge to tell the microwave to buy more pizza is all very nice, but I'd prefer to control my own shopping list thankyou very much..
Furthermore I would debate that driving a car is easier than flying a missile. Consider at least the legal aspect when one of these cars kills someone. Computer /assisted/ driving is happening, such as braking automatically if you've fallen asleep, and I'm sure this will be implemented soon. Honestly most of this stuff doesn't appeal to me as being amazingly useful, but if you think it is, go and implement it :)
Technology as come in leaps and bounds in the past few decades. From computers that filled rooms that were cooled by large fans to super-powered computers that fit neatly onto a small desk. The usage of computers has radically changed as well, from primarily a number crunching machine to a all purpose unit that basically does what we ask it to.
Who would of dreamed years ago that we would all be communicating worldwide via desktop computers, playing games that are close to touching reality. Microchips that can control laser guided missiles and can process commands at a phenomenal rate.
Although I agree that the games now are overall much superior to what they were when the old Vic20 and BBC computers were about, it does make me sad when I think that computers these days are advancing, not for the enviroment they are within, but to satisfy people playing ever demanding games.
I understand that PC's have other good usages such as graphical and wordprocessing abilities, but these uses do not justify the processors that are installed these days.
It would be much better if things were slowed down to a comfortable level so other technologies can be developed first which can then use existing PC power and develop things with yesterday's technology rather than next weeks.
For instance, wouldn't it be a great idea if your PC controlled things around your house. You may say they have already done this, but as an installation engineer, there's no immediate evidence that this is going to be implemented for many years to come. PC's CAN control things such as heating, lights, security measures, but because as I previously explained, because PC's are developing for other reasons, these ideas are not being used.
Cars are beginning to use computer technology but it is mostly available in more expensive vehicles. If a microchip can fly a guided missile, surely it can drive a car?
There is going to come a time when existing technology will demand a slow down of PC development so it can all catch up.
Fine, a game, 100% realistic graphics, gameplay, audio, visual the lot - what next?
Who would of dreamed years ago that we would all be communicating worldwide via desktop computers, playing games that are close to touching reality. Microchips that can control laser guided missiles and can process commands at a phenomenal rate.
Although I agree that the games now are overall much superior to what they were when the old Vic20 and BBC computers were about, it does make me sad when I think that computers these days are advancing, not for the enviroment they are within, but to satisfy people playing ever demanding games.
I understand that PC's have other good usages such as graphical and wordprocessing abilities, but these uses do not justify the processors that are installed these days.
It would be much better if things were slowed down to a comfortable level so other technologies can be developed first which can then use existing PC power and develop things with yesterday's technology rather than next weeks.
For instance, wouldn't it be a great idea if your PC controlled things around your house. You may say they have already done this, but as an installation engineer, there's no immediate evidence that this is going to be implemented for many years to come. PC's CAN control things such as heating, lights, security measures, but because as I previously explained, because PC's are developing for other reasons, these ideas are not being used.
Cars are beginning to use computer technology but it is mostly available in more expensive vehicles. If a microchip can fly a guided missile, surely it can drive a car?
There is going to come a time when existing technology will demand a slow down of PC development so it can all catch up.
Fine, a game, 100% realistic graphics, gameplay, audio, visual the lot - what next?
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