I had my first computer at 11yo. I think this next generation needs computer skills at an early age, although I'm not sure at what age a kid can be trusted to take care of $500 equipment. I bought mine with my own money back when you hooked it up to a TV, so it was only $300 (remember the Atari 800 XL and Vic 20?). Now computers are more expensive. I really feel like getting started early helped me with my career today. I don't think my nephew is allowed to spend enough time at the computer, so I think he needs his own. At what age can a kid take care of a $500 computer?
2007-08-06 13:28:50 · 4 answers · asked by fastboxster 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Other - Computers
I think it depends on how mature the child is, and not how old they are. I received an old computer when I was nine, and I took wonderful care of it, but my six year old cousin has trashed his.
More importantly, what will he be using the computer for? Is he responsible enough to know not to access any inappropriate websites? Once more, that depends on the maturity of the individual.
If you don't know how mature your nephew is, I suggest taking a look at his other toys and possessions. See if he takes good care of his other expensive items, and make your decision based on that.
2007-08-06 13:42:18 · answer #1 · answered by Jordan 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I got my computer yesterday and I'm ten, it was a white-macbook for $140 and I bought it myself. If your nephew has enough money to buy a new or used computer and his parents will let him than yeah, he should buy it.
2016-07-17 05:17:46 · answer #2 · answered by Ainsley 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well i think around 14 . i had mine at 12 but i was very mature at my age . most kids end up messing up there first computer , i know i did .
2007-08-06 13:42:04 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
idk i got my own computer @ 10. most kids get ther own computer around 13 i think.
2007-08-06 13:35:47 · answer #4 · answered by Jake 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋