Computers drive me crazy!!!

February 7, 2024 2:49am CST
I get it I am old. I grew up in a different time. But come on. There has to be an easier way. I am in my late fifties and every day people use computers to do everything. I loved the days when you could ask a person a question and get an answer. Then if you didn't understand they were right by your side to help. No more. People love to say it is easy. To add insult to injury they say it is so easy. Well I am losing brain cells as we speak. So if is so easy to understand then how come people don't take the time to explain to you so you can understand. Instead they are famous for... do this, this and this and done. If that was my roast beef in the oven. It is far from rare. It is so well done. Shoe leather is softer. So as I struggle with the easiest of all things. I keep hanging in there. Hanging on until one day it clicks. The only thing that is clicking is my neck from an old car accident. Tomorrow will be a better day. As long as I don't hit delete first.
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@Rashnag (30592)
• Surat, India
9 Feb 24
Sorry to hear about your problems. You can learn and practice then you won't have issue with computers. Have a good day. Take care
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@Rashnag (30592)
• Surat, India
13 Feb 24
@Itsonlyadream That's why you can try to do practice everyday. Have a good day. Take care
14 Feb 24
@Rashnag I love the reminders. Are you a computer genius? Some people get it quickly. I swear it's in their blood.
11 Feb 24
I am learning a little more every day. The problem is sometimes I easily forget what I learned yesterday. If I go a week without using my new skills what I have learned slowly disappears. Thank you for your help.
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@lazydaizee (6735)
• United Kingdom
8 Feb 24
I struggle with all technology, I think it is all moving too fast for a lot of people. Us older people have had to learn it all as we go along , unlike the youngsters who are taught about technology in school and they are growing up with it.
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11 Feb 24
I have now accepted the truth. It is o.k. not to understand. The younger generation makes it looks so easy. So I think I have a little jealousy I have to get over. I feel I am older than them I should be better and I know I am not. i grew up with books and old dictionaries and out dated encyclopedia's. Back then we thought it was awesome.
@RebeccasFarm (92034)
• United States
7 Feb 24
Good luck. It is not easy and I dispute anyone saying it is.
7 Feb 24
I will keep trying and I know it takes time. Each day I am one step closer. Thank you for your support. The funny thing is as soon as I learn something there are other ways that are better, So many choices. I like just one.
@LadyDuck (472491)
• Switzerland
7 Feb 24
I am sorry that you have problems using computers. I am older than you are, but I started using computers many years ago, when I was still young.
7 Feb 24
I like learning from people who see computers from my point of view. They can understand how frustrating it is to do the things that most people don't think twice about. Thank you for responding, While we are on the subject. I am trouble just putting my profile in my bio. Whenever I try to type something in the computer screen won't allow me to put anything. Silly but true.
@LadyDuck (472491)
• Switzerland
8 Feb 24
@Itsonlyadream You need to make 10 posts before you can add a website or bio on their profile. This is what our Admin explained to another user.
8 Feb 24
@LadyDuck I must of missed that when I joined. It went right over my head. Thank you for putting me on the right track. I easily go the wrong direction. Thanks for the help.
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@sharonelton (30054)
• Lichfield, England
7 Feb 24
I'm sorry you have trouble with computers. I'm not that good with them either, but I can just get by. I use a tablet and I need to get rid of my desktop computer because it is never used. My Mum doesn't know how to use computers. I have to show her how to use YouTube.
@sharonelton (30054)
• Lichfield, England
7 Feb 24
@Itsonlyadream I think tablets are easier to use. It did take me a while to get used to it. I think you and my Mum would be great together! I did have a great day, thank you very much. I hope you are well. Have a great night.
8 Feb 24
@sharonelton I know your never suppose to ask a woman her age. I would love to see what her interests are?How old is your mom? I was very close to my mom and those are the best years of my life talking with her.
7 Feb 24
I use a laptop and my wife is trying to get me to use her tablet. I have to get together with your mom. Then we can conquer YouTube together .Have a great day. Thank you again.
• Cloverdale, Indiana
7 Feb 24
I KNOW the feeling oh TOO well, I use to have the same problem myself when I 1st got on a computer back in 09 but the way I learned is I lived on the computer like for hrs upon hrs days upon days to learn what I have learned on it. it took me like 2 solid weeks on the computer, & NO it's not easy.
7 Feb 24
You are determined and way to go. I will try to put more time on the computer, I find so many distractions that before you know it the day is gone. It's a learning process. I am on a learning curve that just keeps going and going. Thank you so much for all your help.