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Tech Geezers vs. Young Bloods

Posted by CmdrTaco on from the culture-clash-and-the-kids-these-days dept.

Lam1969 writes "Robert Mitchell talks about how technology is dividing him from younger generations: "The technologies I've watched grow have shaped an entire culture of which I am not a part." Adds Dinosaur: "Ask them [members of the younger generation] HOW the things work, and they have no idea. They are really riding on the backs of the 'old folks' like us that built the goodies they enjoy.""

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  1. It is somewhat true by suitepotato · · Score: 5, Interesting

    I feel kind of odd watching flamewars about who is tougher and more hardcore, C++ or some other language group, and I think to myself, "maybe they should have to actually deal with assembly, logic, and bits for real before they start talking hardcore. I remember when we were putting together kits out of catalogs with hex pads and light up bulbs and calling it computing.

    Oh well. I think all this excitement has gotten to me. I'm going to go take a nap now. Where's my cane?

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    If my grammar and spelling are off, I am [distracted/tired/careless] (take your pick)