Tuesday, January 23, 2018
Triumphant Return
Yes I am back.
My computer died a week ago. I have known for a while it was going to happen. I was saving my money and hoping I would have a bit more time. It died anyway.
I rely on the computer for so many things. I get my news from multiple sources and can review it at my leisure. This way I can see several views of current events without having to sit through the dronings of televised news.
My computer helps me check up on my family and friends. I like to know they are doing well without bothering them every day. And they can do the same for me.
I learn a great many things online. If a question pops into my mind I do a search for the answer. If I cannot remember who sang a certain song I do a search. If I want to tour an Irish pub I can do it.
I have missed reading blogs that interest me. Some of you are entertaining, some inspire me, some are educational. Most are a combination of all three.
When I realized that the computer was finally going I rushed to leave a message here. I know I wonder if the author of a blog I read is okay when I do not see a new post in a while,
Then my son began looking for a good computer. He keeps up with all the technology stuff that I really am not interested in. I count on him to get me the best for my buck.
He cane across a refurbished computer that is normally quite expensive. It only cost $250.00. It is very nice.
It is a normal laptop computer. Unlike my lasrone (which I paid a lot more for) it is not all plastic. This one is metal and much heavier. It has a spill protection. I learned my lesson the hard way many years ago. I never have liquid close enough to spill on the keyboead. But should it ever happen this one allows the liquid to drain right through.
I had seveal keys on my old computer that did not work right. The number 7 was sticky. The numer one or exclamation point did not always work. Same with the letter C. J and X had to be played with to make them register. Now I can just type away with my fingers being the only ptoblem.
I have not been able to read so many posts. I will go back and read them all. But I will only comment on the latest for each one. Otherwise It will take me into next month.
It is good to be home.
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Good to have you back. I just wander how I lived before computers but I did, and had far more time to do things than I do now :-))))
ReplyDeleteHope you are well Diane
My son pushed me for a couple of years before I even looked at the computer. That was way back in the early days of the internet. He created a monster.
DeleteWelcome to our virtual home.
ReplyDeleteIt is always feeling good to hear from friends, especially some of the special one.
But it can be concluded that we rarely survive without computer.
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Things like the computer were science fiction when I was a child. Look at us now.
DeleteI am very pleased to regain the pleasure of your online company. Computer problems can be vexing but it's stabilizing and gratifying to build a community of good minds --even if we have to search the world to do it. Computer has become a valuable tool.
ReplyDeleteI enjoy the company of so many around the world. It is a special feeling to be in contact with them.
DeleteI am always expecting this laptop to break down. I don't know why it should. It has always been perfectly OK.
ReplyDeleteI hope it stays in good form for a long long time. What would we do without your sense of humor?
DeleteGlad to read about your replacement computer, Emma. And most times refurbished is just as good as buying brand new. In fact, we’ve bought several refurbs ourselves and all have included a manufacturers full year warranty, which thankfully we never had to use. And, you are so right about the Internet being a virtual lifeline to friends, family and information. Welcome back, my friend.
ReplyDeleteI learned about refurbished appliances many years ago. We were looking for a new microwave. They were expensive and most of the ones in my price range were too small. The salesperson showed me a refurbished model well within my price range and bigger than what I was hoping for. He explained that many refurbished appliances were new and had a glitch in them. When they are returned for not working properly the refurbisher must go through the whole machine checking each and every component for flaws. They supposedly fix everything. So a refurbished is often better than new. If you buy from an approved refurbisher you will receive a warranty. My son knew what to look for as far as what I wanted and needed. He searched and found my new computer. For $250 I now have a laptop that cost $1,000 new. Not bad.
DeleteI'm happy you are back!
ReplyDeleteThank you. Me too.
Deletelet me know you my dear Emma! that i missed you so much!
ReplyDeleteThank God that finally your son brought you one of the best laptop which is easy to use and portable
my laptop is older than 10 years almost and getting slow and causing sometimes problems though still working anyway
lots of love to you my friend!
Thank you Baili. I was thankful to be able to see that you are feeling better.
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