I was very lucky at age 17 (1987) I got access to my first PC and here we are 20 years later.

I still feel like the youngest old person in Technology. Example I grew up using Intel’s 8086, 80286, 80386, 80486, Pentium etc.

The first PC I spent my own money on was an intel based 386SX it ran at a whole 16Mhz and cost a whole month’s salary.

Here some examples of how technology has changed in the last 20 years.

Music:
In 1987 I was debating if CD was going to replace Vinyl.
In 2007 I am debating if downloading is going to replace physical CD’s. Although the debate would be over if the issue of DRM didnt exist.

In 1987 I had a Sony Walkman with its 90mins worth of music (45mins per side)
In 2007 I have an 80gig Video iPod with my entire music collection in it.

Lifestyle:
In 1987 I used to write letters to my girlfriend who lived in Australia.
In 2007 if I had a loved one far away I would use e-mail and Instant Messaging.

Radio:
In 1987 I would listen to BBC Radio or Local Radio.
In 2007 I listen to KCRW in Santa Monica

Shopping:
In 1987 I would actually go to the shops.
In 2007 I don’t.

Computers:
In 1987 If I needed to install or configure some software on a computer I would actually have to go to the computer and sit in front of it.
In 2007 The majority of this type of work can be done remotely.

In 1987 I had one computer.
In 2007 I have several.

In 1987 I wanted a pocket sized computer.
In 2007 I have one.

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