Computer Lib, written by Theodor Nelson, describes the importance of understanding the importance of understanding computer technology. Nelson brings up an interesting point about how there seems to be a hierarchy among people who understand how a computer works and those who don’t. It creates a natural divide where the people who have this knowledge are responsible for teaching the ones without knowledge, the basics. What I found important about this article is when Nelson said, “Knowledge is power and so it tends to be hoarded” (Nelson, 304). I think this is so important because it can be so detrimental due to the fact that the technology can be manipulated by those who have the technological power. Therefore, the people who don’t have computer technological competency will be the ones manipulated. Leading to the fact that the technological savvy need to help teach the less knowledgable about the dangers and benefits of technology.

Nelson , Theador. Computer Lib. www.newmediareader.com/book_samples/nmr-21-nelson.pdf.