Life without the Internet
dated 2008-04-26 | posted in columns | topic Technology | permanent link
Life beyond the Internet
One week ago, our internet connection went down. It wasn’t the first time the small round light to the far right corner of our router went red, so Don and I figured the rain, heavy usage or some other temporary anomaly caused the problem.
“It will come back in a few hours,” Don, the eternal optimist said.
“Well, maybe we should call Jeroen anyway,” I countered, optimistic too but totally helpless when the ...
Mobile Phones Anonymous
dated 2007-03-20 | posted in columns | topic Technology | permanent link
My mobile phone has become a liability. It used to be a convenience, but gradually my need for it escalated, until finally after eight years of use, it has become a full-fledged addiction. In an attempt to curtail my dependence, I’ve been weaning myself off.
My awareness that something had to change came while I was having lunch with my God-daughter last month. Oddly enough, it wasn’t my addiction to mobile phones that spurred me to act. It was ...