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Computers & Technology > Internet Tips Seniors online: The benefits of computer usage in older generations

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As a teacher of computing to adults I find that overwhelming majority of my students are seniors. Why do they come and what benefits do they hope to gain?

Just knowing the absolute basics of computing makes an older person feel that they have some idea of what everyone else is talking about. Once they've used a mouse and turned on a computer, suddenly all the computer speak that their grandchildren use without thinking twice starts to make sense. They feel more in touch with the modern world.

The internet has huge benefits for older people who can master its use. Online shopping is th...

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