Week 15

     An interesting point made in the article was the fact that we, as humans, do not want the technology itself, but what the technology does for us. For example, the article talks about electricity. We do not like electricity as a thing, but we like what it does for us- turning lights on and allowing us to use the kitchen. In writing, I believe this means we do not like the computer as a technological device, but because it gives us the ability to write.
    The article also states, "Given the right opportunities, humans will start behaving in new ways."
In relation to everyday writing, given technology such as computers and texting devices, humans will use those to act in new ways by communicating differently. Technology plays a very important role in everyday writing. Technology does not have to just refer to electronic devices. I found it very intriguing that skateboards, a form of "technology," could be used to help groups of people collaborate. Michael Farrell said that working together as a group or even just being together will "...improve the ideas of a group and spread them..." This proves how every kind of technology can influence everyday writing and composing. Composing of certain ideas is what communicates messages.
     Napster, an online music sharing software, is another way that people are brought together and can share their ideas and interests. As the times change, people grow older and technology increases, thus requiring everyone to learn it. While some people are reluctant at first, I feel that eventually everyone comes around and learns the new technology because it will help life function more efficiently. We use technology everyday to communicate messages and spread ideas. Phones, emails, social media, interest groups, blogs, etc are all updating constantly which is also continuously renovating the idea of "everyday writing." Technology aids people in adapting to the ever-changing world in order to get across the same ancient purpose which is communication.