each time you it on, it is a tabula rasa that, with appropriate hardware and software, is capable of doing anything you ask. it is a calculating machine that speeds up financial calculation. it is an electronic filing cabinet which manages large collections of data such as customers' lists, accounts, or inventories. it is a magical typewriter that allows you to type and print any kind of document-letters, memos or legal documents. it is a personal communicator that enablrs you to interact with other computers and with people around the world. if you like gadgets and electronic (esteras, santiago remacha, 2002:p 4)