Do I Need Expensive Devices for My Computing Needs?

Recently, my attention was caught by an article about what device you prefer to work with. Nowadays, with the advent of so many computing devices including the so-called smartphones, it has become harder to decide. Especially if you will consider the price factor.

However, it only boils down on whatever your needs are. I myself has learned to use two devices for my computing needs. Both are of mobile category but not the expensive types - I'm using a wifi capable myPhone QW28 with java installed. With it I can also access my email and social network sites on the go just as you can access them with an expensive smartphone. I also use it as my eBook reader.

I keep my needs as simple as possible - my IT related work on systems and database; my personal needs - writing, photo processing and social connectivity. Wherever I may be.

I have started my transition to cloud computing, that is all my files, contacts, calendars and everything else, I have been uploading them to my Google account. I do not want to buy a desktop/server to store all my files as they are expensive. Besides, maintaining two or more computers is a tedious job.

Google has almost everything you need - word processing, spreadsheet and even presentation. Attending seminars and conferences, I use the Google Notebook for my notes. Most of these venues have wifi facilities.

Connectivity nowadays is not a problem anymore - wifi is almost available anywhere you go, and if it is not, there is the GSM which you can use through your phone or a usb type broadband device which you can attach to your notebook or netbook.

I use my phone a lot now to connect and access my files in the clouds whenever I'm on the go. It is more convenient than toting your notebook or netbook along every time. Another advantage of cloud computing is I don't have to use a flash disk to transfer files. I really am not a fan of these devices as they tend to be easily infected by viruses that can harm any of my computing device. If you need to transfer any files, just access your files from the clouds and download or forward them to anyone. It is a lot safer. Google's security is mostly commendable so you do not have to worry about viruses and hackers.

With this infrastructure available, why would you need expensive devices or very large capacity hard disks for your computer? How your device can connect to the clouds and its capability to process your files are the only factors you have to consider if you are buying a device. Cost is not a hindrance anymore to be able to be productive or to satisfy your needs for computing.

No, I don't need expensive smartphones or computers.