andrew carter

I’ve been a supporter of the One Laptop Per Child (OLPC) project since I first heard of it. When they announced the Buy 1 Give 1 program in November, I signed up on the first day. I did it both to support the program and to satisfy my own curiosity. I think the laptop is an extraordinary accomplishment. It may help redefine what computers need to be.I also have a 3-year old daughter. She is already adapting nicely to technology. We regularly use an iMac for a few learning games, music, photos, and some videos. I’m amazed at how fast she has picked up using the mouse and generally interfacing with the computer. I’m very interested in putting the XO laptop in her hands and seeing what she can do. I hope that it can be a tool for her to be introduced to technology in a positive way.Today I got an email with my tracking number for the XO. It’s in Portland and set for delivery tomorrow.