New Technology for an Aging Society

New Technology for an Aging Society~ Kim Williamson
 
It’s so funny when you think about how we “Baby Boomers” really need to catch up to our kids and grandkids when it comes to technology.
 
There is so much out there now, than when I was a kid. Telephones are giving way to cell phones almost entirely!
I remember when a cell phone came in a suitcase (at least you could hold those on your shoulder LOL)
Today, newer cell phones are so small they could fit in your shirt pocket & now better still, hang off your ear hands free.
 What was once a luxury is now a necessity! It’s even a law in this state while driving.
When I went to a computer trade school in 98 the fastest computer I personally saw was a 200 MHz Pre-Pentium.
 
By the time I graduated, in July of 1999 450 MHz, by the end of the year we had a Full gig CPU speed.
 
 I learned how to do DOS, which is a command line based program.  Repair circuit boards, now we just remove and replace. Plug and Pray had become a solid reality.
 Back then I could build you a computer from the ground up for around $1,500.00 not including the extra software goodies which could run well into the several hundred dollar range.
Below is an example of how far technology has come in my lifetime.
 
The following is from Microsoft’s A+ Certification sample showing the advancement of the micro-processor.
http://www.microsoft.com/mspress/books/sampchap/4932.aspx
 

Year

Events

1971

The 4004—the first 4-bit microprocessor—is introduced by Intel. It boasts 2000 transistors with a clock speed of up to 1 megahertz (MHz).

1972

The first 8-bit microprocessor—the 8008—is released.

1974

The 8080 microprocessor is developed. This improved version of the 8008 becomes the standard from which future processors will be designed.

1975

Digital Research introduces CP/M—an operating system for the 8080. The combination of software and hardware becomes the basis for the standard computer.

1976

Zilog introduces the Z80—a low-cost microprocessor (equivalent to the 8080). The Apple I comes into existence, although it is not yet in widespread use.

1977

The Apple II and the Commodore PET computers, both of which use a 6502 processor, are introduced. These two products become the basis for the home computer. Apple’s popularity begins to grow.

1978

Intel introduces a 16-bit processor, the 8086, and a companion math coprocessor, the 8087. Intel also introduces the 8088. It is similar to the 8086, but it transmits 8 bits at a time.

1980

Motorola introduces the 68000—a 16-bit processor important to the development of Apple and Atari computers. Motorola’s 68000 becomes the processor of choice for Apple.

1981

The IBM personal computer (PC) is born; it contains a 4.7-MHz 8088 processor and 64 kilobytes (KB) of RAM (random access memory), and is equipped with a version of MS-DOS 1.0 (three files and some utilities). Available mass-storage devices include a 5.25-inch floppy drive and a cassette tape drive.

1982

Intel completes development of the 80286—a 16-bit processor with 150,000 transistors. MS-DOS 1.1 now supports double-sided floppy disks that hold 360 KB of data.

1983

IBM introduces the XT computer with a 10-MB hard disk drive. MS-DOS 2.0 arrives; it features a tree-like structure and native support for hard disk drive operations.

1984

The first computer with an 80286 chip—the IBM AT—enters the market. It is a 6-MHz machine with a 20-MB hard disk drive and a high-density, 1.2-MB 5.25-inch floppy disk drive. Apple introduces the Macintosh computer, marking the first widespread use of the graphical user interface and mouse.

1985

MS-DOS 3.2, which supports networks, is released.

1986

The first Intel 80386-based computer is introduced by Compaq; it features a 32-bit processor with expanded multitasking capability (even though no PC operating system yet fully supports the feature).

1987

MS-DOS 3.3 arrives, allowing use of 1.44-MB 3.5-inch floppy disk drives and hard disk drives larger than 32 MB.

1988

IBM introduces the PS/2 computer series. A complete departure from previous machines, its proprietary design does not support the hardware and software available on IBM PCs or clones. Microsoft (with the help of IBM) develops OS/2 (Operating System 2), which allows 32-bit operations, genuine multitasking, and full MS-DOS compatibility. Microsoft releases MS-DOS 4.0.

1989

Intel introduces the 80486 processor; it contains an on-board math coprocessor and an internal cache controller (offering 2.5 times the performance of a 386 processor with a supporting coprocessor).

1991

MS-DOS 5.0 offers a significantly improved DOS shell.

1992

The Intel i586 processor, the first Pentium, is introduced, offering 2.5 times the performance of a 486. Microsoft introduces Windows 3.1, vastly expanding the use of a graphical user interface in the mass market. IBM expands OS/2.

1993

MS-DOS 6.0 arrives. The term "multimedia" (the inclusion of CD-ROM drives, sound cards, speakers, and so forth, as standard equipment on new personal computers) comes into use.

1994

Intel delivers the first 100-MHz processor. Compaq Computer Corporation becomes the largest producer of computers.

1995

Windows 95, code-named Chicago, is introduced by Microsoft. It features 32-bit architecture. The Internet, having expanded far beyond its beginnings as a network serving government and university institutions, is now in everyday use by the rapidly growing proportion of the population with access to a modem. Computer prices drop as performance increases. IBM purchases Lotus (maker of the popular Lotus1-2-3 spreadsheet).

1995–1996

Software manufacturers scramble to make their products compatible with Windows 95.

1997

Microprocessor speeds exceed the 200-MHz mark. Hard disk drive and memory prices fall as basic system configuration sizes continue to increase. CD-ROM drives and Internet connections have become standard equipment for computers.

1998

PC performance continues to soar and prices continue to fall. Central processing unit (CPU) speeds exceed 450 MHz, and motherboard bus speeds reach 100 MHz. Entry-level machines are priced near the $500 mark. Universal serial bus (USB) is introduced. Windows 98 becomes the standard operating system for most new personal computers. Computer prices drop well under $1,000, increasing computer sales to the home market.

1999

Processor speeds exceed 1 gigahertz (GHz). E-commerce grows dramatically as the Internet expands.

2000

Microsoft releases Windows 2000 and the basic PC becomes a commodity item in discount stores. Broadband connections such as DSL and cable begin to take hold, making Internet access easier and faster than over the telephone line.

Lesson Summary
http://www.microsoft.com/mspress/books/sampchap/4932.aspx
 
So what’s my point? It is simply this: Our society is full of people trying to do something in order to survive in this economy.
 With technology getting more affordable there is much we can do to improve our lives.  
 The adage of “Old dogs learning new tricks” is also an obsolete term.
The idea that the elder generation actually have something to add to this business, combined with the new technologies can go to infinite heights.
 
The newest technology out here in this world is VIDEO!
Right now we have streaming video, video capture, vmail. In time we will have the ability to talk to someone in real time back and forth conversations via our tv’s.  We can already talk to each other via the internet.
 Don’t get me wrong, video is not a new technology to the internet, obviously. The newness comes from the many manufacturers improving on the speed, clarity, audio, etc.. Someone is always coming up with a bigger badder mousetrap as it were.
 I guess what I am trying to say is that we need to keep up to be successful. 
 
I have been doing a lot of reading in Better Networker and I have a lot of friends in here for which I am grateful. I have gotten help from all of them regardless of whether I have asked for it or just read something helpful. There is a lot of self help courses in betternetworker that people out in the world used to spend THOUSANDS on. Life Coaches, Psychologists, Psychiatrists
 
 
So for people like me still new to the network marketing “Way of Life” because that is exactly what it is, a way of life. I have read a few blogs and articles regarding mindset. The whole mindset dynamic has to change from your norm. Anything you do on the internet is most likely less expensive than anything you can build in the brick and mortar business world. Start up costs are miniscule by comparison. 
 
There are so many PROs to network marketing, almost too many to mention but a few that come to mind over an actual storefront or out in the world business:
 
1.    No need for insurance, work comp or otherwise.
2.    No Payroll issues at least not for an affiliate.
3.    There are no employees, just business associates, partners, peers etc.
4.    There is a huge amount of people and resources to help you advertise your online marketing endeavors for free, which you can also apply to advertising your other business as well with minimal cost.
5.     The amount of opportunities is Phenomenal.
6.     There are numerous Products & Services offered.
7.    You can promote new technologies.
 
As a newbie in this world, I can only offer this advice: Research companies and comp plans. If you can see the comp plan in clear, concise terms, you will not only have an idea of what you have to do in order to achieve your goals; you will also get an idea of the company you will be working with if they put all this up front.
The more obscure the comp plan, the faster I would run away.
 
Til’ Later Folks ~Kim~medhat141