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Apple Macintosh - Elementary School
While I was in elementary school, my school had a computer lab that features these Apple Macintosh computers where students learned very basic operations such as typing, using the mouse to paint and click on various icons, and play very basic games like Oregon Trail. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Macintosh -
America Online (AOL)
America Online began in 1983, but reached its popularity providing dial-up service to American's in the late 1990's to 2000's. When my family purchased their first desktop computer (Compaq Presario), we got the dial-up service AOL where I learned how to connect to the Internet, use it to search websites, and communicate with e-mail. Image from: http://image.atomica.com/image/upload/w_728,c_fill,g_face:center,q_60,/v1/tk/view/importer/042936ff/622274f2be98522e17e3c03db36097ae4704541c.jpg -
First Laptop
I received my first laptop as a birthday present. It was a Sony Vaio, which was purchased from Sear's. This laptop gave me the opporunity to learn how to use Microsoft Office products as well as use an HP printer/scanner that came with the purchase of the laptop. More Information: http://www.theverge.com/2014/2/6/5385716/sony-vaio-iconic-pcs-photo-essay Picture Taken from: http://www.notebookcheck.net/uploads/tx_nbc2/sonyEB47.jpg -
Introduction to Video Gaming - Nintendo Gamecube
Ninentdo released its 6th generation video game console in 2001. This was my first game system. I got to experience the evolution and power of computer graphics and the enjoyment of video gaming. I continued to play the Gamecube until 2007. More Information: http://nintendo.wikia.com/wiki/Nintendo_GameCube Image Taken from: http://www.segatech.com/gamecube/overview/gamecube2_console_controller.jpg -
The World of Cell Phones - Blackberry
The Blackberry was introduced in 1999, but I did not get a cell phone until my junior year in high school in 2004. The phone taught me how to make calls on the go, text message (not really popular then), and even check my e-mail. Image Taken from: http://d.ibtimes.co.uk/en/full/432619/blackberry-q10.jpg -
iPod and Podcasts
The iPod was an amazing device. I received one my freshmen year in college, and used it not only for music but for Podcasts, where professors would share information on the go! Image Taken from: http://www.bloomberg.com/ss/05/12/bestproducts/image/51mac4.jpg -
IPhone and Apps
The iPhone was the coolest piece of technology! I learned how to use apps, send pictures through text messages, send e-mails on the go, and sync my music with my iPod and computer. Awesome way to learn how to get all technological devices working together! More Information: http://www.imore.com/history-iphone-original Image Taken from: http://www.techrepaired.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/iphone2.jpg -
Wireless Internet at Home
Wireless Internet has been around long before I received it in my house. However, getting this option in my house was a major milestone. I learned how to connect all my devices, including video consoles, to the wireless internet router. I also learned the importance of various speed options to purchase. Image Taken from: http://www.thewindowsbulletin.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/WiFi-logo.jpeg
