Harold sez: "I'm still totally lost with
computers. I'm not convinced that knowing how to run one would lend
itself to anyone's skills at the handles."

Not to worry, Harold! Running computers is a lot like smoking: That is, a
chance for those with a question about their "self esteem" to try something
that is peer-approved. As with smoking, any success no matter how small, is
self-validating and before long they become addicted. I mean - it *is* the
thing to do, right? Why, even great universities offer degrees in it. No
more having to learn all that hard stuff - memorize the locations of enough
plastic pads on a key board and they'll call you "Engineer"!

Bob Swinney