OK, so I'm a bit of a computer junky. If it's got a keyboard and monitor I'm in front of it.
My family and I visit my sister often, at least once or twice a week. When we visit I usually sit with them in the living room while on my laptop. I listen to what they talk about and I occasionally take part in general conversation. Is it rude that I am working, surfing the net or playing a game while there? I bought a laptop specifically so that I could be with them instead of sitting at the desktop. When responding please keep in mind that I DO NOT do this when visiting w/friends or relatives that I haven't seen in awhile.
2007-02-18 00:03:22 · 13 answers · asked by Antrozous 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
I think you have to take into account the overall atmosphere of the occasion. If the room is full of general chit chat, kids running around, snacks being consumed.......then a laptop would probably not be offensive within reason (you claim you don't actually bury yourself, which is good).
However, if a family problem or serious situation comes up, hey, its time to put the puter aside and focus on those you love and try to help bring about a resolution. That's what family means.
2007-02-18 00:16:05 · answer #1 · answered by Puzzler 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It all depends on what your sister and family think about it. You might want to listen to the good or bad "vibes." If they honestly don't mind, then it's probably O.K. More realistically, they might think that you care more about playing on the computer (which you can do any time) than listening to them (which you can do a couple times a week).
My cousin is often on her laptop whenever she comes over, and I sort of see it as stand-offish and cool. Most of the time she's working on a project (she's studying architecture, so she needs to study a lot), and even then I wish she'd really join us in the conversation rather than just occasionally glancing up. I guess it's a little bit different with her, though, because we rarely get to see her.
I say it's one thing if you actually have work to do, but a much different thing if you're playing games. It really does give the impression that the web deserves more of your attention than the people you are with. I'd suggest putting the laptop away.
2007-02-18 00:13:33 · answer #2 · answered by kathy 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Hi !!!
The way I see it is, that once in a while is not that rude, but to do it often, is NOT to pay enough attention or importance to them!!!
Remember, if the laptop, breaks, you can fix it or buy another one, because there always going to be out there.
But your sister, you will NOT find any where, if she gets sick, or GOD forbid, dies.
The time that you have with her is already limited, and to cut it shorter for a computer, I personally, don't think is very fair.
If you ask her, since she loves you, and wants you happy , I'm pretty sure she will say, she doesn't mind. But few years from now she will remember, that you were NOT really there, becuse you actually were constantly, surfing the NET!!!
Think about it!!! And think some more!!!
GOD BLESS YOU & HAPPY LIFE
A.Z.
2007-02-18 00:33:28 · answer #3 · answered by Alliv Z 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'll say ok for it as work is important in ur life. lose job -> no life.
Well, your family should understand that if you are really working or else if you are only surfing the net or chatting then it will be quite rude. I think u r good enough as u took initiative to buy a laptop and take part in the conversation. If your family really wants u to get off the laptop for a while... then why not? you could rest ur head, eyes and even stretch ur muscles.
2007-02-18 00:14:35 · answer #4 · answered by Alexis Lim 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its not advisable to remove the battery when your laptop is under charge.Its better you remove the charge,shutdown your laptop & remove the battery.Voice chats are not at all harmful in laptops.If it is harmful in any way the company would not have provided a laptop with a mic & yours is a branded one too.HP is one of the best sellers in laptop.You can use voice chats in GTalk.Its really good and the best.Voice would be clear just like a telephone conversation.
2016-05-24 01:36:05 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's still kind of rude to do that. If you must do it when you are in the privacy of your room. When you are with them, they would like to know you are giving your full attention to them and not partly. I won't like it if my brother does this when he visits me.
2007-02-18 00:21:54 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
it's incredibly rude.You're behaving like you'd prefer the company of a machine than real people.Just do without it for a couple of hours,it's not that hard
2007-02-18 02:57:59 · answer #7 · answered by starla_o0 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If they don't have a problem with it, don't worry about what people on here think. I would ask your sister if it bothers her, but she probably knows you pretty well and doesn't mind.
2007-02-18 01:30:13 · answer #8 · answered by Ryan's mom 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The message you're sending is that, when you're with them, they're not worth your complete attention. You'll have to decide if this is the message you want to send.
2007-02-19 16:45:41 · answer #9 · answered by drshorty 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it's rude. It wouldn't hurt you to go without for such a short time, would it?
2007-02-18 00:12:43 · answer #10 · answered by Lyn 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋