my grandchildren use a computer in the family room and the screen points out toward the room and the kitchen.
But this kid aside, I hate it, hate it when people come into my home and want to use my computer to check their email. I hate it,,it feels intrusive, they can open email with viruses and my personal records are not password protected on my puter so they can peruse my business.
I have nothing to hide but wouldn’t want anyone having access to my computer.
Am I a weirdo? Using another’s computer seems akin to asking to take a nap in their bed or to use their makeup.
Can’t this woman go anywhere without “checking” her email? Get a damned smart phone or blackberry is what I say.
You are not a weirdo. If someone came into my home and wanted to use my computer to check their email, I’d warn them that I’ll be standing right behind them while they do it. If they complain that “this is private”, I’d tell them that everything on MY computer is private too and I plan to keep it that way.
I agree that people shouldn’t even ask to use someone’s personal PC. We installed a wireless network in our house, and I have one laptop that does nothing but provide an access point for ‘outsiders’ who may drop by...family, friends, etc. It has minimal software, and I run AV, anti-everything, with everything scanned all the time. It’s not too fast, but it seems sound. I’ve never had an issue with this setup. Cheap laptop on eBay can be had for less than $200 with wireless capability. I figure...the crappier it is, the less likely folks will be to ask for its use. But, if they think I need to see their latest youtube post or some such silliness, we’ll use that sacrificial machine...not my personal system.
ok. we get your message. you ‘hate it.’
kindly informing your friends your opinion should do it.
those who are mannerly friends will know your position and abide by it.
you state:
“Can’t this woman go anywhere without ‘checking’ her email? Get a damned smart phone or blackberry is what I say.”
the author is a thirty-year friend of the family and therefore the family did not think it rude for such a simple request to be made of them.
other situations may unfold differently in other households, etc.
I agree cajungirl, it’s invasive.