I'm all about my Blackberry Pearl, it works for me. It's small convienient, I love it. Although, I do think kids are taking laptops to class now right? It's been a few years, so I'm not quite sure.

In regards to your Prof. saying those things. I think he's partly right. I think electronics will have an impact on social structures. They take away the intimacy of interpersonal and intrapersonal relationships. Communication is key in a lot of social groupings. While yes it's easy to text, email, game, or even video chat with people. They take away the very fabric of communicating on a personal level.

At the same time, it is quick fast and easy. Perhaps it's a sign of things to come, no one will talk or meet in person. It will be all done virtually. Hell, the released a USB shot glass in Russia to drink with your friends abroad...I can't imagine what else is coming down the pipe...a USB blow-up doll?

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