In your preface, I find it quite interesting that you point out how ‘Text” has actually evolved into a verb, along with an expansion of its noun form. Is this change empowering to text as a form of communication or deteriorating? What implications does this transformation have for the history of other manners of communication (such as speech, sound, and the moving image)?

On page 5, you discussed how the personal computer and word processing were so very everpresent by a certain point that they were essentially inescapable. Is this true for most (or even all) popular technologies and new media? Even if we are granted a choice, is avoiding new technology a viable option of living cohesively in a constantly developing world?

The process of revisions seems to be something that is continuously revised. Is there a point at which we will reach an optimal state for this process? Or will there always be more room for increased speed and convenience?