Can a computer beat a human in the most challenging trivia game on TV? Today, at IBM's headquarters in New York, we learned that the answer is yes.

What is Watson? Why is it so much harder for a computer to compete on jeopardy than to play chess? Do you think this is good thing? Will computers like this help or hurt people? What problems can computers solve? Are computers going to take away more jobs? Will computers eventually take over the world? What do you think? Write 3 paragraphs on your blog that support your opinion.

Watson a computer consisting of a roomful of the company's Power7 processors.It has the ability to understand different languages. The reason it is much harder for computer to compete in chess than jeopardy is because most computers lack the ability to do math. Watson on the other hand has the ability to understand sentences and properly answer them. I think this is a great idea that they want to design this computer. I think if the computer is able to beat a person then it is evident that this was a great idea.

I think that computers like Watson will help people. If the computer is used write and not abused of its quality then its would be beneficial to everyone who uses it. The computer is a big discovery in technology field. In terms of it beating a champion in jeopardy, there is only one way to find out. I think that Watson will do big things for IBM. Computers will eventually take away some jobs, but there is always something that a computer cant be designed to do.

I dont think computers will take over the world because they can only do what they were designed to do. If they weren't designed to take over the world, then they wont. Its a strange possibility that computers will begin thinking for themselves instead of following instruction. if this happens then computers will do only what they want.

“A good reputation is more valuable than money.”Publilius Syrus
How can you build a good online reputation? What should you do or not do to build your reputation?
- I guess a good way to build a good online reputation is to be respectful to others.

Martin Luther Kings Jr. had a dream ("I Have a Dream"). What is your dream for the future? What are you doing to ensure you accomplish your dreams?
- My dream for the future is to have a successful end to my junior school year.

What effect do you think Martin Luther King Jr. had on your life? How is his message still relevant? Or is it? Why?

- I think Dr. King was a great individual who helped spread the belief of equality and the strategy of using non violence as a way to win over your enemy.

Lesson 1:

What do computer networks do?
- Computer networks share information with each other, share equipment, Accessibility, and they share internet access.

What are the 3 types of networks?
- The 3 types of networks are

• LAN's which connect computers to just one network
• WAN's which can transmit information by telephone line, microwave, or satellite.
• World Wide Web which links PCs at universities, research centers, and companies across the globe

What do you think are some advantages of using a LAN at home or in school? Example: Share a printer
- some of the advantages of using LAN at home is the fact that it gives you easier connection to other devices.

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What device or devices do you prefer to use to access the Internet? Why?
- I prefer using the computer to access the internet because i has more opportunities to do multiple things.

Why do you think tablet computers have become so popular? What makes these devices so desirable?
- I think tablet computer are so popular

Do you think that learning should be fun? Do you learn more or less when learning is fun? Why?
- I think learning should be fun to a point were learning is still taking place. I think everyone learns more when it is fun or exciting. I believe this because if something is there to grab your attention you are more likely to learn more or pay more attention.