Google Docs

Google Docs would have been a godsend in college. Working on group projects and presentations would have been so much easier. For this exercise, I created a grocery list as a document. I shared it with my husband so that he, too, can add items to the list as he thinks of them. I plan to continue to use Google Docs for weekly grocery lists. It will be even better when we have smart phones and I can just access the list at the store- no more paper! I found Google Docs to be very similar to the Microsoft applications that I am accustomed to using. The spreadsheet seemed to be a bit less user-friendly than Excel, but I am not an Excel expert either. The form was fun and I intend to try to create another one, then send it to some friends and view the results.

Coincidentally, I was trying to find a Dewey number for cloud computing two days ago. I was not sure what exactly cloud computing was, so the video was quite helpful. I really like the concept of cloud computing. I, personally, would rather store most documents "in the cloud" rather than at home. It takes up less space at home and I can access my docs anywhere without worrying about losing my flash drive. I do wonder about the people in or behind the clouds having access to so many documents. I don't think anyone would be interested in my grocery list, but I am sure some people store more personal information in the cloud. Also, it sounds as if some cloud computing is free, and some must be paid for. I do like that you only pay for what you use, IF you have to pay. Cloud computing may be something to watch- definitely a trend on the way up.