Computers Make the World Smaller and Smarter (part 1)

The ability of tiny computing devices to control complex operations has transformed the way many tasks are performed, ranging from scientific research to producing consumer products. Tiny ‘computers on a chip’ are used in medical equipment, home appliances, cars and toys. Workers use hand held computing devices to collect data at a customer site, to generate forms, to control inventory, and to serve as desktop organisers.

Not only is computing equipment getting smaller, it is getting more sophisticated. Computers are part of many machines and devices that once required continuous human supervision and control. Today, computers in security systems result in safer environments, computers in cars improve energy efficiency, and computers in phones provide features such as call forwarding, call monitoring, and call answering.

These smart machines are designed to take over some of the basic tasks previously performed by people; by so doing, they make life a little easier and a little more pleasant. Smart cards store vital information such as health records, drivers’ licence, bank balances and so on. Smart phones, cars and appliances with built-in computers can be programmed to better meet individual needs. A smart house has a built-in monitoring system that can turn the lights on and off, open and close windows, operate the oven and more.

With small computing devices available for performing smart tasks like cooking dinner, programming the DVD recorder and controlling the flow of information in an organization, people are able to spend more time doing what they often do best – being creative. Computers can help people to work more creatively.

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