New PC to encourage older users

Today the BBC News Technology website has an interesting story about a new computer that is designed to encourage older people to get online.
The simplified desktop – called SimplicITy – has just six buttons directing users to basic tasks such as e-mail and chat.
The computer comes pre-loaded with 17 video tutorials from television presenter Valerie Singleton
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Technology and internet are good for older people!

I’ve noticed a few articles appearing recently discussing the benefits of technology and the internet for older people.
Health
“Googling is good for grandparents. Internet use can boost the brain activity of the elderly, potentially slowing or even reversing the age-related declines that can end in dementia, researchers have found.”
Web can help elderly surfers slow dementia
“Our most striking [...]

Call to support ICT literacy for Silver Surfers

In a recent report, “Learning for Living”, Help the Aged have noted that many older people feel left behind by the pace of change in technology and the lack of support needed to keep up-to-date.  This raises concerns that many will be left digitally exluded as more information and services move online.
The report states that:
“Government [...]