Buying First Computer for Kids
Hey all, we’ve been back and forth on what computer(s) to buy for our kids for Christmas and it just occurred to me CP is probably a great place to get some opinions, so please feel free to share yours.
Two daughters aged 7 & 9, would probably start off mostly using it as a Minecraft machine as they love that crap on WiiU but are frustrated my it’s limitations. Now, if I knew it will only be used for that, I have no interest in buying one but obviously I will be coaxing them to use it for its numerous other abilities and hope they become quite savvy with it. Saying that comes with a certain amount of concern as well though as my worst case scenario imagination gets carried away with thoughts of online predators and bullies, but I believe knowledge is power and the amount they can learn outweighs the potential risks. So first question, am I wrong? Or silly to even worry about that?
That aside, what I’d really like opinions on are a few questions;
1) Laptop or desktop?
2) One $500-$700 unit for the both of them to fight over but share? Or two $250-$350 units so they can play and learn at same time?
3) Brands to focus on/stay away from?
4) How closely does a parent monitor their social circles online? And, any tips on how to possibly make it quick and easy to do so in order to save time and minimize the intrusion of privacy?
I really don’t want to be the parent that reads everything they’re doing and doesn’t give them their space, but I think it’s important to have SOME knowledge of who they’re talking to and what about.
Anything else you can think of is more than welcome to hear as well. Thanks in advance if you are one to reply!
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