The Change of Tech: Writing Vs Typing

In "PencilstoPixels" by Dennis Baron, he talks about how ever since he started to us computers to write, when he tries to write on paper, it overwhelms him. He points out how much easier it is for you to fix a error on a computer then it is to fix it when handwriting. He now says that using a computer gives gives you more flexibility when it comes to writing. To this, I agree with him because computers tell you when you made a error, unlike a piece of paper. It is much faster to remove a error or add a sentence in on a computer then it is to write it out, all it takes is a couple of buttons instead of constantly moving a eraser.

From using a rock on a wall, dipping a piece of stone or a quill into ink, using a typewriter or a lead pencil, the way of writing that has effected me the most would be the computer or a hand held device such as a phone or a tablet. With the phone/table and the computer, you can send messages, emails, essays and other forms of writing instantly. They remove the wait that sending mail using the post office


When I first began to write, it was with pencil and a piece of paper. However, I now strongly prefer to use a computer to write with. I find it much easier to do and it takes less time. I find it is the easiest writing technology to use for almost any situation. When I want to send quick, personal messages, updates, or simply want to talk, I use my phone. Other then that and using handwriting for note taking, I prefer to use a computer.

 The Advantage of using a computer is that it is quicker, easier to fix, and the quickest way of sending a message. The Disadvantage is that they are not always around, need for a WiFi connection, and they need to be charged in order to be used.

 The Advantage of using none electronics are that they are easy to carry and do not need to be charged. The Disadvantage is that they are slower, harder to fix, and slower to reach the person who you are writing to or for.

 Literacy has changed because we used to write out our words carefully, now we just break them down in to little words, such as OMG, LOL, BRB, and others like that. It can be harder to understand, but it does show off personal flare that handwriting in the past did not offer.

  (Plz fix the grade on my other 2 blog posts)