Technology Battle
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Technology Battle
The battle is not just "Mac" Vs. "PC" anymore; it is between the human race and the technology that we created. Computers now vacate jobs that used to be had by hardworking people trying to make a living, they can complete such tasks as; bank teller (ATM), Cashier (automated checkout line), and even replace the need for a personal job interview by using automated voice messaging. Computers are making it very hard for some people to find jobs because of this. Not only are computers making it harder for people to get jobs but they are also making people in general much more lazy, for example; instead of going out shopping for clothes, or even cars, you can just go on-line and order virtually anything directly to your door.
The first time I really noticed how much computers are taking over was when I found out that the grocery store Harris Teeter was open 24 hours. A 24 hour grocery store is possible is because there are automated checkout lines, these computers actually tell you everything step by step, from scanning your first item, to selecting your payment type. Only one or two people were actually on staff for security purposes when I went at 3 a.m. for a late night snack with a bunch of curious friends...