tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post8560614714965903703..comments2024-03-28T10:39:39.697-04:00Comments on Being Ron: The Incredible Shrinking ComputerRonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15977027331657615697noreply@blogger.comBlogger65125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-86513709652125502312013-11-27T12:08:01.992-05:002013-11-27T12:08:01.992-05:00so true on how the jetson's predicted the futu...so true on how the jetson's predicted the future. i wonder if it was created by steve jobs when he was two. i thought it was so cool how everything was computerized and i loved how george got dressed in the morning. <br /><br /><br />i had bulky monitors and computer towers and when i look back at old pictures and my computer is in it, i'm like that is an ugly piece of junk but it was okay at the time. <br /><br /><br />now i just have an all in one unit (touch screen) with no tower. it takes up little space and the keyboard and mouse are wireless. i believe this to be my last computer too. it would have to blow up for me to get another one.ladyVnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-72605070642458156662013-11-27T12:08:01.002-05:002013-11-27T12:08:01.002-05:00Bonjour Barb!
"Children that are born since ...Bonjour Barb!<br /><br />"Children that are born since internet has sprung have grown up with computers. Unlike the Baby boomers who had to learn as adults."<br /><br />You said it! Back when we grew up, our big thing was an electric typewriter and taking typing classes in high school - HA! And then later, a Word processor, which seemed SO advanced.<br /><br />"Though I still stop daily, my time had decreased and my interests there less into "surfing" and more into very specific places of interest."<br /><br /><br /><br />Me as well. I have learned so much from things I've found on the Internet. My favorite thing about computers and the Internet is that, through them, I have been able to teach myself things that I wouldn't be able to do without taking a formal class. The Internet can be an AMAZING tool for learning.<br /><br /><br />Thanks so much for stopping by, Barb. Hope you're having a super week!<br /><br /><br />X to you and D!Ronhttp://www.triloquist.net/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-66899244044266571142013-10-09T12:31:32.563-04:002013-10-09T12:31:32.563-04:00"...and see the words 'huge', 'ha..."...and see the words 'huge', 'hard', 'big', and 'massive' and wondered if I stumbled upon a porn site instead. haha! Hey, way to welcome me back!! ;)"<br /><br />Bwhahahahahahaha! Mary, that CRACKED ME UP! And it's so funny because I was going to title this post "BIGGER is NOT Always Better!"<br /><br />" It's the Macbook Air, so lightweight. And you're right, the trackpad is simpler to use"<br /><br />Yes, that's the one I've been eyeing for several years because it's so streamline and lightweight. The trackpads on Mac's are the BEST!<br /><br />My desktop is still pretty new, so it's working well. I prefer using it to my laptop because the screen is SO big for editing photos and graphic stuff.<br /><br />Thanks so much for stopping by, neighbor! Hope you're having a FABU week!<br /><br />XRonhttp://www.triloquist.net/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-6812225595666199452013-10-09T12:23:31.813-04:002013-10-09T12:23:31.813-04:00I get back to the blogs for the first time in what...I get back to the blogs for the first time in what feels like forever...and see the words 'huge', 'hard', 'big', and 'massive' and wondered if I stumbled upon a porn site instead. haha! Hey, way to welcome me back!! ;)<br />I remember our first computer and feeling really scared that if I pushed the wrong button it would crash or something. lol Now, the laptop gets shoved in a bag, thrown over the shoulder and out the door I go. <br />Speaking of Mac's, I'm using mine now at B&N's cafe. It's the Macbook Air, so lightweight. And you're right, the trackpad is simpler to use. I also have a Toshiba laptop (long story, but basically had to get it for the college class) and it's heavier, I prefer to use the mouse on that one, and Window 8 is driving me crazy. LOL Our desktop is still hanging in there and I use it occasionally, mostly for working on photos, but it's developing some issues so I don't know what we'll do when it finally goes. <br />The Jetsons was such a cool show. The reruns are still on!Marynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-76868970566395854082013-09-29T09:56:17.869-04:002013-09-29T09:56:17.869-04:00Hellooooooooo Jen!
"And, it seems like we...Hellooooooooo Jen!<br /><br />"And, it seems like we're closer to the cartoon than ever."<br /><br />Yes, doesn't it? And we've even gone BEYOND the cartoon in many ways. They only thing we haven't been able to do is create those cute flying cars! OMG...I loved those cars!<br /><br />" I'm a huge fan of my Macbook Pro. I've got the really big one so it's a bit cumbersome lugging it places. But, it gets the job done. I don't think I'd go back to a PC."<br /><br />I have a feeling that one day I will moving over to a Mac and will feel the same way. <br /><br />Much thanks for stopping by, girl. Hope you're having a super weekend!<br /><br />XRonhttp://www.triloquist.net/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-11838973153284480752013-09-29T07:52:11.277-04:002013-09-29T07:52:11.277-04:00I loved the Jetsons. And, it seems like we're ...I loved the Jetsons. And, it seems like we're closer to the cartoon than ever. I'm a huge fan of my Macbook Pro. I've got the really big one so it's a bit cumbersome lugging it places. But, it gets the job done. I don't think I'd go back to a PC.Jenhttp://www.whenpigsflyblog.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-45929588383405200902013-09-27T13:00:29.549-04:002013-09-27T13:00:29.549-04:00" However, since I got my Pad2 I use that mor..." However, since I got my Pad2 I use that more often than the laptop."<br /><br />Yes, Pearl, I hear so many people say the same thing! And if you think about it, a PAD is just like using a laptop, only it's thinner and more easily transportable.<br /><br />Thanks so much for stopping by, dear lady!<br /><br />Have a lovely weekend....XRonhttp://www.triloquist.net/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-19809282344594226342013-09-27T12:57:04.001-04:002013-09-27T12:57:04.001-04:00We have had various computers over the years and I...We have had various computers over the years and I agree they have got smaller and smaller. I use a laptop when I'm blogging because the keypad on my Samsung Pad2 isn't conducive to a lot of typing for me, because my fingers are arthritic and clumsy. However, since I got my Pad2 I use that more often than the laptop.Akelamalunoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-76577521181579136432013-09-26T15:51:55.187-04:002013-09-26T15:51:55.187-04:00"who says size matters LOL. In this case, NOT..."who says size matters LOL. In this case, NOT!"<br /><br /><br />Bwhahahahahahahaha! HILARIOUS!<br /><br /><br />And it's funny because I had initially thought I would title this post, "BIGGER Is Not Always Better."<br /><br /><br />Tee, hee!<br /><br /><br />Thanks so much for stopping by. Hope you're having a MARVI week!<br /><br /><br />XRonhttp://www.triloquist.net/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-86601282483657910812013-09-26T15:35:03.495-04:002013-09-26T15:35:03.495-04:00what a great post Ron! thanks so much for sharing ...what a great post Ron! thanks so much for sharing this techie journey. who says size matters LOL. In this case, NOT!<br />Happy Weekend, GGeraldinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-29037715364120954352013-09-26T10:52:38.158-04:002013-09-26T10:52:38.158-04:00"I prefer to use my laptop so I'm more po..."I prefer to use my laptop so I'm more portable."<br /><br />Yes, I LOVE the portability of a laptop!<br /><br />Thanks so much for stopping by. Hope you're having a FAB week!<br /><br />XRonhttp://www.triloquist.net/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-56511582386066156312013-09-26T10:48:00.696-04:002013-09-26T10:48:00.696-04:00I agree with you about the size. I prefer to use ...I agree with you about the size. I prefer to use my laptop so I'm more portable.benzekneesnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-7868468882554765822013-09-26T10:33:46.576-04:002013-09-26T10:33:46.576-04:00HAHAHAHAHA! Thanks so much for sharing the link, b...HAHAHAHAHA! Thanks so much for sharing the link, buddy! Loved hearing that theme!!!!!Ronhttp://www.triloquist.net/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-66812642609442492742013-09-26T10:10:30.355-04:002013-09-26T10:10:30.355-04:00Ron (George), I found this over at you tube.
http...Ron (George), I found this over at you tube.<br /><br />http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yjy-fnsmWR4Robertnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-65125978909329654972013-09-25T03:31:29.311-04:002013-09-25T03:31:29.311-04:00Good morning Ron,
Very thought provoking post. The...Good morning Ron,<br />Very thought provoking post. There have been so many changes through the years and it has all happened almost like a miracle ( of course, millions of developers helped this miracle become a reality).<br /><br />Children that are born since internet has sprung have grown up with computers. Unlike the Baby boomers who had to learn as adults. My first time working a computer was with a Saturday afternoon class at a local business school. It was called " Word processing". I came out of it with a certificate and a feeling like I still needed to practice...<br /><br />At home, we have done the shrink routine too... Currently. We have a laptop & iPad . There is still a regular PC that serves for some purpose<br />outside of daily use. But, I am not the Computer God(dess) in this home.<br />I am experiencing the opposite end of the internet era. Though I still stop daily, my time had decreased and my interests there less into "surfing" and more into very specific places of interest.<br /><br />Wishing you a great day and take care.<br />X<br />Barbbarbj92noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-75667905017954135902013-09-24T21:49:40.896-04:002013-09-24T21:49:40.896-04:00"JANE AND GEORGE ARE FACE TIMING!!!"
HA..."JANE AND GEORGE ARE FACE TIMING!!!"<br /><br />HA! I know, isn't that something, Katherine?!?<br /><br />Who knew???<br /><br />"To think then that there would be computers like there are today, and computer phones... and facetime... amazing!"<br /><br />Truly AMAZING! I never dreamed that what they showed on that cartoon would come be. And not only come to be, but even more so!<br /><br />I wonder what George and Jane would say if the saw those Google Glasses???<br /><br />Thank so much for stopping by, girl. Hope you're having a SUPER week!<br /><br />XRonhttp://www.triloquist.net/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-87640679287880560892013-09-24T21:37:06.755-04:002013-09-24T21:37:06.755-04:00JANE AND GEORGE ARE FACE TIMING!!! WOW. I rememb...JANE AND GEORGE ARE FACE TIMING!!! WOW. I remember watching that cartoon ALL the time... and seeing things like this. To think then that there would be computers like there are today, and computer phones... and facetime... amazing!Katherine Murrayhttp://www.shoot-me-now.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-49608093466875012682013-09-24T12:16:59.432-04:002013-09-24T12:16:59.432-04:00Helloooooooo Lisa!
"ur first one was for &qu...Helloooooooo Lisa!<br /><br />"ur first one was for "the kids" and was an Apple 2e. Our daughters had Math Rabbit and Reader Rabbit programs."<br /><br />OMG yes, I remember the Apple 2e!!!!!<br /><br />"...industrial corporate computer workplace offset by the underdog, softer, more feminine character of the Mac representing the personal computer for home use. the juxtaposition between cold, stark monotone and soft, warm color is classic."<br /><br />LOVE the way you said that! And it's so true, the home Mac does have a softer, more feminine look to them - sleek and streamlined.<br /><br />Thanks so much for stopping by, my friend. Hope you're enjoying a beautiful week!<br /><br />XRonhttp://www.triloquist.net/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-54856494823555395022013-09-24T12:08:57.129-04:002013-09-24T12:08:57.129-04:00The evolution of the computer is a fascinating sto...The evolution of the computer is a fascinating story. Our first one was for "the kids" and was an Apple 2e. Our daughters had Math Rabbit and Reader Rabbit programs. When I'm teaching advertising capstone courses, I always include the Super Bowl ad "1984" from Macintosh. It's an incredible story of the evolution of the personal computer in a nutshell; the "Big Brother," industrial corporate computer workplace offset by the underdog, softer, more feminine character of the Mac representing the personal computer for home use. the juxtaposition between cold, stark monotone and soft, warm color is classic.<br /><br /><br />Love the vintage computer shots!lisanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-87734846267868471232013-09-24T11:12:09.712-04:002013-09-24T11:12:09.712-04:00:)
X:)<br /><br />XRonhttp://www.triloquist.net/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-68268581947112361492013-09-24T10:51:54.760-04:002013-09-24T10:51:54.760-04:00Thank you. Will do, buddy!
Sincerely,
George Jet...Thank you. Will do, buddy!<br /><br /><br />Sincerely,<br />George JetsonRonhttp://www.triloquist.net/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-29939213190653772432013-09-24T10:50:43.579-04:002013-09-24T10:50:43.579-04:00Ron, keep your avatar. Because it's so unique!...Ron, keep your avatar. Because it's so unique!Robertnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-50879700459731009422013-09-24T10:10:37.376-04:002013-09-24T10:10:37.376-04:00"When I met him in 1987, my ex-husband had a ..."When I met him in 1987, my ex-husband had a Kaypro that was set up like a suitcase. We called it the Russian prototype."<br /><br />WOW...that's amazing! <br /><br />"When my Dell laptop died, I made the switch to the iMac desktop, and then latter wished I still had a laptop, so now I also have a Macbook Air."<br /><br />If I do eventually get a Mac, I would LOVE to purchase one of the iMac desktops. I priced a Mac desktop last year, and it was actually less expensive than than most of their laptops. And I think it's because most people prefer using a laptop now-a-day.<br /><br /><br /><br />I have a feeling that one day I WILL own a Mac.<br /><br /><br />Thanks so much for stopping by, girl Have a super week!<br /><br />XRonhttp://www.triloquist.net/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-68132749793672053852013-09-24T07:10:38.600-04:002013-09-24T07:10:38.600-04:00Wow, that really takes me back. When I met him in...Wow, that really takes me back. When I met him in 1987, my ex-husband had a Kaypro that was set up like a suitcase. We called it the Russian prototype. I've used a variety of computers over the years, from early PCs and old Macs to my current iMac. (And you're right, it is like a work of art). I was always a PC person but after I got an iPad (which I use for a e-reader as much as anything, although it's hand for emails and such), I loved how it synched with my phone. When my Dell laptop died, I made the switch to the iMac desktop, and then latter wished I still had a laptop, so now I also have a Macbook Air. Crazy - a whole Mac family. And of course, I often use my iPhone and marvel at how I now carry a tiny computer around with me in my pocket.Secret Agent Womanhttp://biredux.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-81324452619305467722013-09-23T21:47:05.368-04:002013-09-23T21:47:05.368-04:00Hey there Herman!
" or even have them embedd...Hey there Herman!<br /><br />" or even have them embedded underneath our skin."<br /><br />OMG...I can't believe you said that because I was talking with a co-worker today and I said that the next thing we'll have will be computers implanted in our BRAINS and we can use our earlobes as two TRACKPADS - HA!<br /><br />" Next stop, the ability to download our consciousness into a computer and live forever (just be sure to back me up) Who knows!"<br /><br />Brilliant! And who knows is right. We might!!!<br /><br />". Like Jerry Garcia once said, "Too much of everything is just enough!" Heh..."<br /><br />When I think back to the time when I SWORE that I would never get a computer, I laugh now because I can't imagine living without them!<br /><br />Thanks for stopping by, buddy! Hope you had super Monday! Enjoy your week!<br /><br />X to you, Karin, and Mr. Tyler!Ronhttp://www.triloquist.net/noreply@blogger.com