About the name of the blog

Do we need forks? is a name that reflects my philosophy about technology - the first question we should ask is "Do I NEED this?" Will it make my life and meaningful occupations easier, or better in some way?
As a student (first time around), I remember reading a scene from a play set in the 1600s, where French nobles were wondering what to do with a fork. The social context meant that forks were unnecessary. In that time, people would bring a knife, use a spoon for liquids, and hands for everything else. In a different social context where people are concerned about hygiene, a fork seems relevant. Or you could just wash your hands really well before each meal.
This philosophy about technology relates well to frameworks of occupational therapy. We look at the person - do they really need this technology? - the occupation - how meaningful is this occupation and do they need technology to make it easier to participate in? - and the environment, which includes social factors - is this technology going to fit with their environment?

Wednesday, March 16, 2011

What is the point of You Tube?

You Tube is a free online forum where you can upload videos.  Anyone can use it, provided they know how to create a digital video and can upload it.
Uses include education, humour, buying houses (virtual tour), communicating with friends and family (replaces the yearly Christmas letter) and just having a chat to the world with your opinions.  Musicians often load videos or singles and it is a massive forum for recordings taken during concerts.
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