Literacy and Technology

I believe literacy is the ability to read and write to convey a message or communicate with others. The ability to communicate with others is becoming much easier due to the increasing technological tools available (ie. cell phones, email, IM, gabcasts, podcasts, etc.). Technology is the use of tools to assist in daily activities. When I think of technology, I think of computers, laptops, cell phones, etc. However, I learned in a previous class that a pencil can even be considered a technological tool. I am amazed at how quickly certain tools become obsolete. Even in my lifetime, I have seen electronics change drastically. Technology makes life seem a lot easier at times, but it can also complicate things when you don't know what you are doing.