Google Project 10^100 $20 Computers
Added: Nov 21, 2008
From: tjmaryland
Duration: 0:26
What happens to Americas old technology? Discarded, wasted, trashed? Unfortunately the answer is yes too often.There is a better way. Most people and businesses would rather not throw out old computers, but the bother of doing something productive with them isn't worth it. Instead, let's centralize old computers in a warehouse, clean and refit the usable ones, create desktop icons for Google Docs and load other useful applications, print instructions for use in recipients' native language and distribute to the worthiest applicants.This program will help address the lack of computers that hampers development in many parts of the world. Three quick examples:- Three days prior to this writing, on September 22, 2008, the education of 42 students in Namibia was placed on hold due to a lack of computers http://tinyurl.com/4ymev9.- On September 3, 2008, it was reported in Sierra Leone that computers would help court proceedings in that country http://tinyurl.com/3e6s7f.- There's even a need right here in the USA. A university's need was publicized on 9/26 http://tinyurl.com/4v8osa.Undoubtedly, there will be applications for $20 computers from all over the world. Since we expect more demand than supply, we can choose recipients based on preset criteria. Poverty stricken areas would be given top priority. Perhaps we can partner with a micro-credit organization such as Philippine-based Tapulanga Foundation or Bangladesh's Grameen Bank to make it even easier for the worlds poor to afford a computer.We shouldn't underestimate fulfilling the donor need as well. Donors will feel better that their computers are being used. Potential tax advantages will be the icing on the cake.In short, please help attract attention for this idea by ranking and reviewing this idea.T.J.
Channel: Nonprofit
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yumagetbullet Says:
Nov 21, 2008 - idea is great , but do u think - maybe people in pure countries do not have electricity !? and that the point of computers ? internet? but internet cost +++ so without internet? nothing to do so.. dunno . but i dont like yours idea. my opinion. good luck! :P
tjmaryland Says:
Nov 21, 2008 - Thanks for the comment - Good points! I've already thought about these. Back in 1983, I traveled extensively through India, even spending one month in a town with electricity for only 6 hours a day. But that was 25 years ago. Progress has happened. You bring up a good point about Internet cost, but that's where microlending can play a valuable role - it's mentioned in my Google 10^100 proposal. Thanks and best wishes!
aogm720401 Says:
Nov 21, 2008 - It is a BRILLIANT idea...the first thing I thought of was COMMUNICATION = KNOWLEDGE, ISOLATION = IGNORANCE = SELF-DESTRUCTION if it had not been for whatever means of communication we have come up thrughout the course of human history our so called development would have never occurred, by that rationality I propose a global movement towards education at every level and on everything....
aogm720401 Says:
Nov 21, 2008 - (continued)....(i.e. I am of Hispanic origin and have lived abroad for a very long time,instead of being absorbed by the host culture I acknowledge my heritage, I care to protect and respect it, as well as educate others about it...BECAUSE I HAVE THE KNOWLEDGE I HAVE THE POWER TO LOVE IT). I think your idea is just great I guess I had the idea of the "what" and you had the idea of the "how-to"...just brilliant, good luck with it!!
aogm720401 Says:
Nov 21, 2008 - And electricity problems? That does not happen anymore, unless you attempt to install a desktop in the middle of the Amazon jungle, and perhaps there you will find electric power wired up, and internet is available by satellite, no problem there either. The possibilities of the good things that can happen after connecting people to people and the unlimited knowledge of the internet are unfathomable.
killath303 Says:
Nov 21, 2008 - 20$ computers. Thats a good idea actually. Ones that serve basic purposes but cant run high tech programs of course.Brilliant idea I say :)5/5. if you want to see my presentation then its on my profile now :D
dudeskinn Says:
Nov 21, 2008 - Get a PC transported from source, fixed and re-distributed for less than $20?Do it.
mineralsandcrafts Says:
Nov 21, 2008 - excellent.... please see my idea ... of help to childrens victims of racism with educationmy propossal is "roads or men"
LBCpearljam Says:
Nov 21, 2008 - great idea!!
kikitoso Says:
Nov 21, 2008 - nice idea
lgdopg Says:
Nov 21, 2008 - o que vc ganha se seu projeto for aprovado?
cybermage83 Says:
Nov 21, 2008 - why would anyone replace their laptop if they just got a virus??
tjmaryland Says:
Nov 21, 2008 - My experience is that this thought is typical: "Old laptop, slow performance? Oh it's time for a new one anyway ..." It doesn't make it right, but a lot of people manage their computing technology this way.
jonathanrbarry Says:
Nov 21, 2008 - Nice idea...I know that I have at least two comps sitting around at my parent's house that are not being used. It's sad really how much stuff we waste. Check out my 10^100 idea. jrb
Joleenathomas Says:
Nov 21, 2008 - I love your idea and I love your enthusiasm even more!
sourcerror Says:
Nov 21, 2008 - Not a new idea. Such projects are already running.
JFshallows Says:
Nov 21, 2008 - haha......
gbling Says:
Nov 21, 2008 - cheers