OLPC

I think that this program is a good idea. The concept is a good one in trying to bridge the divide by give underprivileged children a chance to learn technology that they wouldn't have been able to access otherwise. The problem I see with this is that I'm not convinced that these children will take the time to learn and see how it is useful to them. If someone hasn't been exposed to technology and they are suddenly given a computer, they aren't going to understand the benefits it can have for them without taking a substantial amount of time to learn how to use it. Having said this, I still believe that it is important to expose these kids to technology when they are young. Even if they don't take the time to learn everything it can do for them now, hopefully, the next time they come across some technology, they will be more inclined to learn it and use it since they'll have that previous experience.