Steve’s list of reasons is:

1. Enjoy significantly higher paying work
2. Save money
3. Save time
4. Prevent problems
5. Reduce frustration
6. Make intelligent technology purchases
7. Empower yourself
8. Access information efficiently
9. Earn money online
10. Feel more confident and comfortable with technology

For instance, 7 is:

I remember thinking how great it was in high school when I began using a decent word processor while many other students were still using typewriters. Editing was certainly much easier, so I got more done in less time.

Today it’s almost ridiculous how much technology can do. You can use your computer to manage your whole life now, including your finances, your calendar, and your entertainment. Knowing how to use technology can add tremendous richness to your life. But if you lack the technical skills, you’ll probably find it way too complicated to extract this value in a reasonable amount of time.

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