What's your stance on technology?

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I'm sure we all here like technology in one way or another, but what exactly do you like – and dislike – about technology and the direction it's taking?

I like how laptops are starting to get thinner in a way that it's easier to lug around with you, but it doesn't come without caveats. More and more devices are not as easy to customise right down to the little things like battery and RAM, so one is then forced into purchasing a newer model sooner rather than later. We essentially live in a throw away society. Soon everything will turn completely wireless and while that has it's own set of advantages, again, such doesn't come without disadvantages. More and more peripherals are starting to require newer models for them to work, and it's a practice that we will be seeing for a long time or for as long as we continue pushing forward. Everything comes at a cost.

This is one of the things I am in no favour of in terms of advancement. Rather than come out with the "next great thing" like for example 4K – heck, they even have 8K now – well, that's what they call it and it proved to be great marketing. I would rather companies concentrated on improving what they already have and make things work smoother and more backwards compatible with their own devices as well as third parties. Why can't they build on what they have rather than redesign? It's fairly amusing; better quality this and that because in the real world people seem to be accepting less quality. Photographs are taken on mobile phones and even used in TV production. Rushed Chroma keying on the news/weather forecast so one can see the fringing. Quality don't matter but getting the media (message) out there does. Music... most of us are accepting compressed formats that sound no where near as good as a CD. We watch streaming media, etc. The world is changing under the pretext of quality, but is it really as good as they make it seem to be?

Today, we are also consumed by technology and not in a good way. Apple has produced the most beautiful looking bugging devices disguised as a consumer product and people are prepared to sell their own kidney in order to buy it. That is outright terrifying.

I see technology on a larger scale for a way forward for the human race and maybe one day we will live in a larger space, or will we simply be a world of machines by that point. Honestly, something alien like that sometimes scare me despite knowing that it's highly likely to be our future. Machines have already started to take over as more and more people lose their jobs to advanced technologies like payment terminals, drones, etc. Maybe one day we will become a race of beings whose jobs will be to build the machines to do the jobs we used to do. Just add androids into the mix and things can get messed up. Technology can be really amazing, but there are days where I wish I was living in a deep forest abstained from any of it.

Truthfully, I have a love/hate relationship with technology. On the one hand it's amazing to see the possibilities that can be achieved if placed in the proper hands. On the other hand it's frightening at what rate technology seems to be evolving these days; we can only thank the fact that if things did not change so quickly we would not, for lack of a better word, progress. As human beings we are always pushing the boundaries in some kind of quest. Even as children we push the boundaries of life.

tl;dr technology makes a lot of things more convenient, and at the same time introduces a new set of inconvenience. We keep finding ways to do things the easier way.
 
inspirASIAN said:
I'm sure we all here like technology in one way or another, but what exactly do you like – and dislike – about technology and the direction it's taking?

I like how laptops are starting to get thinner in a way that it's easier to lug around with you, but it doesn't come without caveats. More and more devices are not as easy to customise right down to the little things like battery and RAM, so one is then forced into purchasing a newer model sooner rather than later. We essentially live in a throw away society. Soon everything will turn completely wireless and while that has it's own set of advantages, again, such doesn't come without disadvantages. More and more peripherals are starting to require newer models for them to work, and it's a practice that we will be seeing for a long time or for as long as we continue pushing forward. Everything comes at a cost.
Actually I'd have to agree with you. Companies are of course in business for the money which is understandable. I find myself upgrading technology simply because something is new and better and I give my older model away (assuming I can't get much money back if I sell it). That's the thing with most technology the resale value is terrible.

This is one of the things I am in no favour of in terms of advancement. Rather than come out with the "next great thing" like for example 4K – heck, they even have 8K now – well, that's what they call it and it proved to be great marketing. I would rather companies concentrated on improving what they already have and make things work smoother and more backwards compatible with their own devices as well as third parties. Why can't they build on what they have rather than redesign? It's fairly amusing; better quality this and that because in the real world people seem to be accepting less quality. Photographs are taken on mobile phones and even used in TV production. Rushed Chroma keying on the news/weather forecast so one can see the fringing. Quality don't matter but getting the media (message) out there does. Music... most of us are accepting compressed formats that sound no where near as good as a CD's. We watch streaming media, etc. The world is changing under the pretext of quality, but is it really as good as they make it seem to be?

I completely understand what you're saying. I think it's crazy that some phones now have 41 megapixel resolution (Nokia 808 & Nokia Lumia 1020) which blows my mind considering the very first camera I ever bought with my own money was a Kodak digital camera which had like 2x zoom and 2MP resolution. lol

Today, we are also consumed by technology and not in a good way. Apple has produced the most beautiful looking bugging devices disguised as a consumer product and people are prepared to sell their own kidney in order to buy it. That is outright terrifying.

Do you mean this literally? If so, that IS scary.

I see technology on a larger scale for a way forward for the human race and maybe one day we will live in a larger space, or will we simply be a world of machines by that point. Honestly, something alien like that sometimes scare me despite knowing that it's highly likely to be our future. Machines have already started to take over as more and more people lose their jobs to advanced technologies like payment terminals, drones, etc. Maybe one day we will become a race of beings whose jobs will be to build the machines to do the jobs we used to do. Just add androids into the mix and things can get messed up. Technology can be really amazing, but there are days where I wish I was living in a deep forest abstained from any of it.

I think we have a lot in common based on this one post. 😉 I enjoy learning about new technology. However there are days where I absolutely just enjoy camping and/or hiking with my husband electronics free.

Truthfully, I have a love/hate relationship with technology. On the one hand it's amazing to see the possibilities that can be achieved if placed in the proper hands. On the other hand it's frightening at what rate technology seems to be evolving these days; we can only thank the fact that if things did not change so quickly we would not, for lack of a better word, progress. As human beings we are always pushing the boundaries in some kind of quest. Even as children we push the boundaries of life.

The internet is pretty amazing, though. I'd likely be a different person had it not been for it. I think the internet has helped shape me into who I am now.

tl;dr technology makes a lot of things more convenient, and at the same time introduces a new set of inconvenience. We keep finding ways to do things the easier way.

Sometimes I think that technology has made things too easy for us. Sometimes I find myself asking my husband how to spell something and he too have to use spell check to make sure he's right. I make it a point to spell out most of my words and have grown a dislike to abbreviations to be honest. lol Sometimes when I text with my cousins they abuse 'text speak' so much I literally sometimes need to just dial their number and talk to them because I cannot decipher what they are saying. Tagalog (Filipino) + text speak = confusion for me.
 
With Android in the market people have become more lazy. The various Apps have made life a easy way out, but it has made people more into the virtual world. Social networking, videos and all made people press the button more, rather than working it out.
 
Thank you for the response! I enjoyed reading it.

Sharon said:
Actually I'd have to agree with you. Companies are of course in business for the money which is understandable. I find myself upgrading technology simply because something is new and better and I give my older model away (assuming I can't get much money back if I sell it). That's the thing with most technology the resale value is terrible.
Money, greed, commercialism at it's best.

I do the same as you, my older generation technology is given away in a rare chance that it doesn't get sufficient amount of money from any potential buyer. Some devices retain their value for about a year or two, but I sometimes stick to products for more than that. I have to think about the resale value because compared to the past, things are outrageously expensive now. Granted, even the high-end dumb phones back then were once considered costly to a fault, but it never struck me as that.

More and more phones now irrespective of brands are starting to get comfortable with setting higher prices and it will continue as more and more customers shift they way of thinking completely forgetting the fact that what they are getting is overpriced. Our minds process that as we shell out money, but the problem often stems from the simple fact that we can't stop ourselves from spending.

You'd think that the players in this market are all in a race to the bottom, but it certainly hasn't because some of the biggest sellers are high-end phones that, to some people, require a kidney to be exchanged. However, while a phone is expensive, it can never compensate for something as precious as a kidney — even if you have two of them. Now I'm more inclined to think that this behaviour is the one that's a race to the bottom because come to think of it people used to exchange their kidney for medical needs, and nowadays it's so easy to give away just for something arbitrary.

Sharon said:
Do you mean this literally? If so, that IS scary.
Yes, I've heard enough of it — unfortunately. It's depressing to think that commercials and other people preach about a certain piece of technology like you absolutely must have it, and even more depressing what kind of huge effect it has on a person's way of thinking. I used to have difficulties construing this particular mindset of exchanging something of significant value to you for inessentials, but no longer because of developments like this.

I really like my technology because of great convenience and knowledge it offers me, but my life isn't deeply hooked into it's roots. If a disaster struck us that involves automatically shutting down pieces like personal computers and phones, I know what I can do with my time. Hopefully that doesn't happen though, because while on the one hand it's manageable but on the other hand it's very inconvenient.

Have I been brainwashed to think this way because of the big influence of technology in my life? Even if people say our ancestors were all able to continue their everyday life before this all even existed or how how parents used to go out and play, we're advancing at an alarming rate and it's uncanny to think that this won't change the way we do things and perceive our everyday life. For the record, I've always loved going out to play, but it's a fact we have to accept that it isn't for everyone. Some kids back then never went outside at all, so in a way it's good that they can spend time on their own now.

Sharon said:
I think we have a lot in common based on this one post. 😉 I enjoy learning about new technology. However there are days where I absolutely just enjoy camping and/or hiking with my husband electronics free.
Yes! I enjoy going on trips without any of my electronics. Technically speaking I still have it with me for emergency calls since work always finds a way to give me calls, and my off days are reserved mostly for activities with family and friends that, well, requires a phone. I can at least say it's not used 99% of the time!

Sharon said:
Sometimes I think that technology has made things too easy for us. Sometimes I find myself asking my husband how to spell something and he too have to use spell check to make sure he's right. I make it a point to spell out most of my words and have grown a dislike to abbreviations to be honest. lol Sometimes when I text with my cousins they abuse 'text speak' so much I literally sometimes need to just dial their number and talk to them because I cannot decipher what they are saying. Tagalog (Filipino) + text speak = confusion for me.
That happens to me but it's very rare. I would type a word and auto correct kicks in with the correct spelling. It doesn't necessarily have a negative impact on me, rather it's positive. English wasn't my first language so I'm always happy to learn new words and for something or someone to correct my spelling so I won't have to repeat that mistake a second time.

I also happen to have trouble with text speak like "netflix and chill". :rofl:
 
inspirASIAN said:
I do the same as you, my older generation technology is given away in a rare chance that it doesn't get sufficient amount of money from any potential buyer. Some devices retain their value for about a year or two, but I sometimes stick to products for more than that. I have to think about the resale value because compared to the past, things are outrageously expensive now. Granted, even the high-end dumb phones back then were once considered costly to a fault, but it never struck me as that.

My typical lifespan of a computer (desktop or laptop) ranges about 4-6 years before I either give it away or sell it (sometimes even barter for something else). I once traded a desktop computer for an electric guitar and amplifier! I went about a year with just a basic samsung flip phone which could handle only calls and text. I missed being able to check my emails and browse the net but I found myself focusing on what I needed to in school and at work. Which was a great thing. Somewhere down the line though I decided to finally upgrade again justifying it with the fact that being able to correspond via email and take pictures and send information to my customers would help me increase my sales. (Which they did.) ...but now that I'm not in the furniture business anymore I sometimes wonder if I need all the technology that my Blackberry Passport has to offer. Do I need it? No... is it convenient/entertaining? Absolutely.

More and more phones now irrespective of brands are starting to get comfortable with setting higher prices and it will continue as more and more customers shift they way of thinking completely forgetting the fact that what they are getting is overpriced. Our minds process that as we shell out money, but the problem often stems from the simple fact that we can't stop ourselves from spending.

I heart that. We're living in a world where we are conditioned to be consumers whether it's technology, food, etc. We've become reliant on the conveniences. I think that's why I enjoy camping so much - it's like being able to just sit back and enjoy the company of my family without any of them being distracted by their computer, phones, TV, etc. A part of me thinks that that's why so many people today still enjoy frequenting forums - they enjoy speaking with other people despite some not necessarily have the luxury of holding daily conversations with friends, family, acquaintances, and strangers in person.

You'd think that the players in this market are all in a race to the bottom, but it certainly hasn't because some of the biggest sellers are high-end phones that, to some people, require a kidney to be exchanged. However, while a phone is expensive, it can never compensate for something as precious as a kidney — even if you have two of them. Now I'm more inclined to think that this behaviour is the one that's a race to the bottom because come to think of it people used to exchange their kidney for medical needs, and nowadays it's so easy to give away just for something arbitrary.

Sharon said:
Do you mean this literally? If so, that IS scary.
Yes, I've heard enough of it — unfortunately. It's depressing to think that commercials and other people preach about a certain piece of technology like you absolutely must have it, and even more depressing what kind of huge effect it has on a person's way of thinking. I used to have difficulties construing this particular mindset of exchanging something of significant value to you for inessentials, but no longer because of developments like this.

That is just so crazy to me. If somebody I know was really needing a kidney and I happen to be a match I would seriously consider giving it to them if there is a chance that doing so would save their life. I... could not give up a kidney for money - that just seems so temporary and I wouldn't be able to justify it. Once you spend money it's gone. Saving a life though... there is a good chance that they would live a better quality of life with gratitude and charity for others.

I really like my technology because of great convenience and knowledge it offers me, but my life isn't deeply hooked into it's roots. If a disaster struck us that involves automatically shutting down pieces like personal computers and phones, I know what I can do with my time. Hopefully that doesn't happen though, because while on the one hand it's manageable but on the other hand it's very inconvenient.

Have I been brainwashed to think this way because of the big influence of technology in my life? Even if people say our ancestors were all able to continue their everyday life before this all even existed or how how parents used to go out and play, we're advancing at an alarming rate and it's uncanny to think that this won't change the way we do things and perceive our everyday life. For the record, I've always loved going out to play, but it's a fact we have to accept that it isn't for everyone. Some kids back then never went outside at all, so in a way it's good that they can spend time on their own now.

I was definitely one of those kids that loved to play outside. When I was a kid my mother said that she just gave up buying me slippers because it never failed that I would come home with one missing. (How I managed to continually do that I have no idea lol) Growing up my older brothers would tease me because I was always the darkest in the family because I was exposed to the sun so much.

That happens to me but it's very rare. I would type a word and auto correct kicks in with the correct spelling. It doesn't necessarily have a negative impact on me, rather it's positive. English wasn't my first language so I'm always happy to learn new words and for something or someone to correct my spelling so I won't have to repeat that mistake a second time.

I also happen to have trouble with text speak like "netflix and chill". :rofl:

Oh that's not text speak... I'm talking about sentences like "Hey how ru? Lets go 2 da movies dis wknd k?" :rofl:
 
Oops, must have misunderstood that.

Sharon said:
I'm talking about sentences like "Hey how
Oh, that doesn't sound too ba-

Sharon said:
ru? Lets go 2 da movies dis wknd k?" :rofl:
I guess it's marginally acceptable if said person still uses flip phones. I don't see any reason for anyone to still type like that with auto correct.

Sharon said:
My typical lifespan of a computer (desktop or laptop) ranges about 4-6 years before I either give it away or sell it (sometimes even barter for something else). I once traded a desktop computer for an electric guitar and amplifier! I went about a year with just a basic samsung flip phone which could handle only calls and text. I missed being able to check my emails and browse the net but I found myself focusing on what I needed to in school and at work. Which was a great thing. Somewhere down the line though I decided to finally upgrade again justifying it with the fact that being able to correspond via email and take pictures and send information to my customers would help me increase my sales. (Which they did.) ...but now that I'm not in the furniture business anymore I sometimes wonder if I need all the technology that my Blackberry Passport has to offer. Do I need it? No... is it convenient/entertaining? Absolutely.
I share your sentiments. I could very well use a flip phone like some people who are so afraid of smartphones, but it just doesn't provide me the same level of convenience. With that in mind I might as well take advantage of everything it has to offer. I have this small device with cutting edge technology in my hand specifically because of how it helps me skip a couple of steps in my daily routine which in turn gains me extra time for my hobbies.

Sharon said:
I heart that. We're living in a world where we are conditioned to be consumers whether it's technology, food, etc. We've become reliant on the conveniences. I think that's why I enjoy camping so much - it's like being able to just sit back and enjoy the company of my family without any of them being distracted by their computer, phones, TV, etc. A part of me thinks that that's why so many people today still enjoy frequenting forums - they enjoy speaking with other people despite some not necessarily have the luxury of holding daily conversations with friends, family, acquaintances, and strangers in person.
That seems to be the best possible solution. I, for one, wouldn't want the convenience to go away, but at the same time it'd be nice to get away from them every now and then. A journey over a long weekend to expose myself to what mother nature has to offer always works for me, and it's even better with company that enjoys it all the same. Mutual understanding goes a long way.

It's funny sometimes when we're in the middle of something and a problem strikes we often end up bringing our phone out anyway to help us. It doesn't take anything valuable out of the trip; rather when used correctly, technology can prove to be a genuine help. I think this kind of usage is acceptable to me. I have to reject technology real bad to ignore it when the situation can benefit from it.

Sharon said:
That is just so crazy to me. If somebody I know was really needing a kidney and I happen to be a match I would seriously consider giving it to them if there is a chance that doing so would save their life. I... could not give up a kidney for money - that just seems so temporary and I wouldn't be able to justify it. Once you spend money it's gone. Saving a life though... there is a good chance that they would live a better quality of life with gratitude and charity for others.
I agree. I can't for the life of me find any reason to trade any of my organs for paper and plastic — definitely not for something temporary which at the same time serves as an open door to irresponsibilities and thereafter regrets.

I guess what the heart wants is what the heart wants... and for some people that's acceptable. One person's garbage can be another person's treasure. Why do some women work long hours to buy shoes that destroy their feet? Why do some people prefer to live on the street rather than seek the safety of a rescue mission? Maybe too many choices and increased freedoms create problems for some. Complex issues with no simple solutions.

Sharon said:
I was definitely one of those kids that loved to play outside. When I was a kid my mother said that she just gave up buying me slippers because it never failed that I would come home with one missing. (How I managed to continually do that I have no idea lol) Growing up my older brothers would tease me because I was always the darkest in the family because I was exposed to the sun so much.
Must have been real fun if you had to lose them countless times. :rofl:

This reminds me a bit of my childhood. I was allowed to play outside, but only for a short bit making it near impossible for me to get darker. I had overprotective parents back in the day; possibly due to me being the only child.
 
inspirASIAN said:
It's funny sometimes when we're in the middle of something and a problem strikes we often end up bringing our phone out anyway to help us. It doesn't take anything valuable out of the trip; rather when used correctly, technology can prove to be a genuine help. I think this kind of usage is acceptable to me. I have to reject technology real bad to ignore it when the situation can benefit from it.

Oh I absolutely agree that smartphones are very convenient and useful however, if you look around while you're out dining somewhere it's not unusual to see a couple or family even all on their phones as they wait for their meal rather than talking to each other.

I guess what the heart wants is what the heart wants... and for some people that's acceptable. One person's garbage can be another person's treasure. Why do some women work long hours to buy shoes that destroy their feet? Why do some people prefer to live on the street rather than seek the safety of a rescue mission? Maybe too many choices and increased freedoms create problems for some. Complex issues with no simple solutions.

Yes some indulgences don't make sense to others. For me it's pens. Yes writing utensils. (...and I don't even write that often!) I'm not sure what it is but I've developed a habit of hoarding pens and years ago every paycheck I would purchase a new pack. My husband and pointed out that it's a problem ...and I admitted the obsession. I still have the unexplainable urge to purchase pens when I see them but I make the conscious effort not to. I know, strange right?

Sharon said:
I was definitely one of those kids that loved to play outside. When I was a kid my mother said that she just gave up buying me slippers because it never failed that I would come home with one missing. (How I managed to continually do that I have no idea lol) Growing up my older brothers would tease me because I was always the darkest in the family because I was exposed to the sun so much.
Must have been real fun if you had to lose them countless times. :rofl:

This reminds me a bit of my childhood. I was allowed to play outside, but only for a short bit making it near impossible for me to get darker. I had overprotective parents back in the day; possibly due to me being the only child.

Well I'm sure there are perks to being the only child like having your parents undivided attention I bet. My parents weren't very strict but I think it's because they knew that my older brothers would watch after me when they weren't around for some reason. I definitely want to raise my future children the way they raised me. They somehow managed to instill into myself and my siblings that they trust us enough to let us do what we wanted but respected them enough to never get into trouble. We never had the grounding policy and they never had to hit us for discipline.

Back to technology though... I find myself waiting several months after the release of new technology to see if it's something I truly want. I love watching reviews on YouTube and reading various online articles before I even get myself ready to purchase it. Usually by waiting you also get great savings. $$$ :yes:
 
Personally, technology has gotten a bit out of hand as of late. Sure, there are great devices out there like laptops, tablets, mobile phones, and many more. However, at the same time, those devices seem to be making people illiterate. That is a bad thing.

Many teenagers—including adults—use technology entirely way too much. Young adults, especially, tend to type and write short hand so much in text messages and on social media that when they have to write something professional—they fail. As an introduction to Web design freelance instructor, I've received emails from adults and young adults who cannot seem to spell basic words. Okay comes through as ok, k, and 'kay. With creative writing, that might be all right if it is a "tag" word for a character in a story, but when contacting an instructor or a potential employer, it is a huge no-no. Other words I've seen that are unacceptable to use professionally include, but not limited to u (you), to (2), to (too), and many more. It is truly sad.

Something else that I believe is a probelm for people is that technology is advancing too much. Humans are being replaced by robotics and not able to live or support themselves. It is devastating to us, yet businesses do it anyway.
 
Sharon said:
Oh I absolutely agree that smartphones are very convenient and useful however, if you look around while you're out dining somewhere it's not unusual to see a couple or family even all on their phones as they wait for their meal rather than talking to each other.
It does appear to be a common problem. Fortunately, it isn't around me. We respect the time we have for each other enough to not waste them looking at a screen instead of the person readily available in front of you.

Sharon said:
Yes some indulgences don't make sense to others. For me it's pens. Yes writing utensils. (...and I don't even write that often!) I'm not sure what it is but I've developed a habit of hoarding pens and years ago every paycheck I would purchase a new pack. My husband and pointed out that it's a problem ...and I admitted the obsession. I still have the unexplainable urge to purchase pens when I see them but I make the conscious effort not to. I know, strange right?
I used to have similar problems concerning sales. If something is on sale, my purchase is justified by assuming it'll *probably* be useful to me later on. I realised this is losing me more money compared to just paying the original price for the particular item when I actually need it. Even if an item is on sale for only $1 compared to the original price of $5, it'd be pointless if one ends up buying 50 of those that you may not even end up using. That $50 could have been spent on an item that's actually needed.

Never again...

This is one of the core problems that plague the developer community. It's starting to become (if it's not already) a race to the bottom kind of ecosystem. I imagine it'll only take weeks for the community to bring forth a bunch of adblocker apps making it more difficult for the developers who deserve the sales to actually make any unless they bring it down to the same pricing. Many people don't appreciate the value of apps, or they'd wait until the app goes down to $1 because they hoard them. By the time they had bought 10 apps, they realised they don't need them and could have instead bought a quality $10 app.

This is what I really dislike about the current era of software. Because most apps nowadays are digital and in turn easily pirated people thinks it's a god given right to take the livelihood of someone. I understand if people must do it for the more expensive suite of apps, but to do the same to indie developers with apps that cost between $1 (yes, many refuse to drop even a dollar) to $10 that they will make use of is horrible. I purchase apps that even costs $30 like Essential Anatomy because they'll help me be more efficient, helps me with things at work, studies, and the $30 I shelled out will find it's way back to me — and even more — in no time thanks to the useful app.

I pay for Adobe Creative Cloud in particular because for only $50, they help me earn thousands in return. Heck, I even paid $70 for Sublime Text because it's so much better compared to the alternatives. If only more people appreciated software the same way.

Sharon said:
Back to technology though... I find myself waiting several months after the release of new technology to see if it's something I truly want. I love watching reviews on YouTube and reading various online articles before I even get myself ready to purchase it. Usually by waiting you also get great savings. $$$ :yes:
That's the smart thing to do. I do it often for brands unfamiliar to me. I needed a new lightning cable the other day, and so I was looking at a bunch of third-party alternatives; thank goodness for reviews otherwise I might've ended up getting a product that stops working three months later. It was pretty expensive for a charging cable — more so than the one officially provided by Apple. At the very least with Apple I can buy one with confidence since they're a trusted brand and if problem springs up, they are sure to replace it.

Zimm said:
Many teenagers—including adults—use technology entirely way too much. Young adults, especially, tend to type and write short hand so much in text messages and on social media that when they have to write something professional—they fail. As an introduction to Web design freelance instructor, I've received emails from adults and young adults who cannot seem to spell basic words. Okay comes through as ok, k, and 'kay. With creative writing, that might be all right if it is a "tag" word for a character in a story, but when contacting an instructor or a potential employer, it is a huge no-no. Other words I've seen that are unacceptable to use professionally include, but not limited to u (you), to (2), to (too), and many more. It is truly sad.
I guess those kind of people with carefree attitude exists. I have many acquaintances that are fond of acronyms, but they are aware of when it becomes inappropriate. So far they haven't submitted to me any paper that suggests they're unprofessional.
 
I am PRO for technology, but NEGATIVE for people losing jobs because of technology. I just hope people don't invent those robots in the UK series Human other wise their will be a massive amount of jobs lost.
 
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