zenmomma *

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>>AND lots of those new in-development machines (unmanned
>>this'n'that--howitzers, spy planes) could be EASILY controlled by lots of
>>unschoolers I know if they would design the controllers to match an N64
>>controller. Or Gamecube. Monkeyball could be military training in
>>disguise. The aptitude tests could ask which game systems the recruit
>>was proficient in.>>

Actually, it has been noted by the military (Air Force in particular, I
think) that the recruits coming in since video games have an easier time
adjusting to the technology. They have no problem mastering flight
simulators and subsequently real control systems. High tech weapons don't
scare them (well learning the controls at least). And the idea of working
several systems at once or wearing goggles with a small screen in them comes
easily.

Hope that's not what Conor is preparing for. :-/

Life is good.
~Mary


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