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Do I Even Need A Computer

Jordan2 — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 20:29:53 GMT

My Chromebook is reaching the end of its lifespan in April, I was looking at the TSV. I have an iPad and a couple of Amazon Fires, do I really need a computer? I'm kind of thinking I don't, basically I read my emails, surf the web, shop, and do social media, I really don't need a computer for that.

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Kachina624 — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 20:42:30 GMT

@Jordan2 I'm in love with tablets, especially my Samsung and iPad. I've never even considered buying another computer because tablets are so comfortable to use and do everything I need.

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proudlyfromNJ — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 20:53:18 GMT

@Jordan2 I have been using an IPad for many years. Can't remember the last time I sat and used our home computer.

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spumoni99 — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 20:55:33 GMT

I like to have a laptop for the keyboard.

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ALRATIBA — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 21:06:01 GMT

It's a must for me .... I need the Microsoft Office software, my genealogy software, etc., etc.. Zoom meetings and seminars are "more comfortable" for me on the laptop than on the tablet or phone.

I belong to a couple of women's and church groups, and I have to be able to create and to print documents and charts.

I have a tablet that I never use and my iPhone is for keeping calendar and checking mail and appointments on-the-go.

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Sooner — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 21:18:32 GMT

I have an Apple Air laptop. I haven't touched an IPad in a long time, although we have them, and would hate to have to use that alone.

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millieshops — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 21:28:38 GMT

When my iPad died a few months ago, I didn't replace it. My life seems to work well as long as I have a laptop and a smart phone. That's personal preference, not necessarily what would suit someone else.

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depglass — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 21:40:11 GMT

I have one friend that has an I Pad and a Kindle. I have another that has a cell phone only. OK for them, but that would drive me crazy. Have to have that keyboard. We have a couple of adventurous medical centers around here that have self check-in kiosks. I hate them.

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On It — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 21:51:03 GMT

I use my computer for mostly business functions and storing/printing documents. My iPad is my fun device for games, the two forums, browsing the web, and texting. My phone is used as a phone. I could probably eliminate the phone before I could my computer. All three are Apple devices, so the phone and iPad do relay almost all information to each other.

It is interesting how different folks use devices. My husband does everything on his phone except play games. His iPad is used far less than mine. He relies on me to be his secretary where the computer business stuff is done.

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Marp — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 22:08:33 GMT

I currently have four windows and multiple tabs open. Give me a laptop anytime.

Also, I have 75 year old eyes and uncooperative fingers. Smart phones are okay in unusual situations but not practical for me.

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Zhills — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 22:16:15 GMT

I've had a desktop computer since the MAC came out in 1984. Wouldn't be without one.

I am just more comfortable doing business and banking on my desktop with a keyboard.

I'm old!

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kaydee50 — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 22:34:13 GMT

We have a tablet that we used to use when we traveled. Hated it. Upgrade to a somewhat lightweight lap top. I don't even have a smartphone. Cannot imagine doing all my computer work on a tablet or ipad. Just for the keyboard alone a computer is worth it, IMO.

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Another new name Sue — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 22:37:45 GMT

I've typed on a standard keyboard for decades, so fast and easy for me. The smaller keyboards which come with tablets are not the best for me, too compressed. I also like the larger monitor which comes with a desktop or a laptop. I know desktops are on their way out..

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Icegoddess — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 22:58:37 GMT

Laptop for me. Just got a new one. I really don't like the mobile app experience. I mostly use my tablet for travel to work jigsaw puzzles on the plane. I thought I would use it more for social media, but for some reason Facebook has decided to get rid of the Most Recent function for the newsfeed and after the 1st couple of posts all I was seeing was old stuff no matter how much I refreshed. Luckily, I had also brought my computer with me.

I also use programs I can't use on a tablet. I'll often actually have 2 laptops open in front of me when I'm working on genealogy stuff. I have lots of Windows open and off to the side with lots of tabs open in each.

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SilleeMee — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 23:26:52 GMT

A new computer is necessary when your old one is past 5yo, 8yo at the very oldest. Old computers have old hardware which is incapable of accepting security updates. When you use an old computer there are many security risks.

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GenXmuse — Mon, 20 Mar 2023 01:05:36 GMT

I only use an iPad. It does everything I need it to do. My husband keeps asking me if I want a laptop but I always say no, not to spend the money since I'm perfectly fine as is,

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LizzieInSRQ — Mon, 20 Mar 2023 01:38:08 GMT

I use my desktop computer do my personal paperwork, bill paying and emails that contain items i need to print and creating graphics and when i need to toggle easily betwwn windows.

I use my tablet for all my social media, googling while im watching tv...just about everything for entertaiment or knowledge.

No need for a laptop until my desktop fails and they no longer exist. I find laptops too compact and i like my 22" monitor. I guess i could hook up a larger keyboard and monitor to a laptop when time comes and can move around from one screen to another like ive done at work. Its nice to have 2 screens.

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hckynutjohn — Mon, 20 Mar 2023 02:15:42 GMT

(thread title)

Do you? Beats me!

I seldom use our old Win 7 computer, but I will always want a desktop. Not into carting around anything bigger than this 10" tablet I am using now. It too is old!!!

hckynut 🇺🇸

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781Florist — Mon, 20 Mar 2023 04:10:58 GMT

I got a pop up today that said there may not be replacement parts any longer for my All In One desktop that I bought in 2019. They make a number of All In Ones still, and one of them has a 34" screen! I am thinking about it! My current 27" is still going strong and doing fine ( hope I didn't just jinx myself) and I love it. I had a tablet but a desktop is way more enjoyable for me.

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pggoody — Mon, 20 Mar 2023 04:34:59 GMT

Wondering the same . I bought myself a cricut and think I'm going to be forced in to buying a laptop. I don't think it will work with my chrome book or iPad. And my phone screen would be too small. Advice please from anyone using a cricut......