Article Reflection 3 - I Surf, Therefore, I Am

Article Reflection 3 - I Surf, Therefore, I Am

The writer thinks that computers are not empowering. I can partially agree with his idea. Yes, I agree that it does not always work for children as an informative tool. However, it depends on people who will use those tools beneficially or not. I am not saying the writer is completely wrong and Bill Gates is right. I just think that if children are taught to use computers effectively, computers have chance to be empowering. The writer says that 'Students surf, therefore, they do not read.' I believe that if those children are taught that internet is not about just surfing and making them to read some both beneficial and enjoyable articles, they would benefit from it. It is all about being conscious individuals. It is true that students hand in their homework without even reading it by just copying from a website. However, I think it comes from a habit. If people get a new habit like reading more, it will bring more conscious people with it, then. The writer also put emphasis on the difference between information and idea.  I must say that he is so right about those children who have information but lack idea. However, as I said above, reading habit must be instilled those children. Shortly, I partially agree with the writer because he has some strict boundaries about computers' power, but I believe in their power if they are used correctly.