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jmcquown wrote:
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> On 12/2/2014 5:47 PM, Pete C. wrote:
> > I got my 79yo mother a computer and fast Internet connection but she is
> > too lazy to learn how to use it so I don't have to worry about her
> > getting confused on the 'net. Probably better since I'd end up having to
> > constantly flush and rebuild the computer to rid it of malware.

>
> Did she *ask* you to get her a computer? Or did you just think it would
> be cool? There are plenty of people in her age bracket who quickly
> become saavy with things like email and web surfing and love it. There
> are just as many who don't give a shit. It has nothing to do with being
> lazy.
>
> Jill


She asked, which is why I'm annoyed that she doesn't use it after I
spend the money on it. It has everything to do with lazy and not putting
any effort into learning or trying anything.