Life without a computer would be drastically different, almost unrecognizable compared to what I’m used to now. So much of my daily routine revolves around instant access to information, entertainment, and connection that removing the computer feels like stepping back in time.
For starters, there would be no more YouTube for entertainment. That means no endless videos to relax with, no tutorials to learn from, and no music playlists to stream. In fact, without a computer, I’d have no music at all, unless I went back to CDs or live performances. Reading would also be limited—I wouldn’t have easy access to articles, blogs, or ebooks.
Staying connected overseas would disappear too. No more instant chats, video calls, or social updates with friends and family abroad. Immediate news updates would also vanish. Instead of knowing what’s happening almost instantly, I’d be stuck waiting for newspapers or the evening news.
Research would be exhausting. Instead of typing a question into a search bar and getting an instant answer (like how historically accurate is that movie?), I’d have to make trips to the library. Worse, if I got home and realized I wanted to look up something else, I’d have to go back again. That kind of delay makes learning far less spontaneous.
Everyday conveniences would vanish as well. No maps to check locations before going there, traffic updates to avoid traffic congestion, or online menus to help you decide if you want to go to that restaurant. No online shopping to confirm whether a store has what I need—I’d have to go there in person just to find out if they have what I’m looking for.
Even hobbies would suffer. I don’t have the patience to handwrite stories. By the time I finish one sentence, my mind has already moved to the next idea. Computers let me type quickly, insert links, and organize research on the spot. Without them, creativity feels trapped in slow motion. So life without a computer wouldn’t be as exciting!
Vanya Wryter Consulting Services 
Wonderful post 💓
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Thank you!
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Without computers many activities would change. I appreciate the convenience of having the access to research info and topics when writing!
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Especially this year! Computers have really affected a lot of things; I’ve noticed this even as a customer. And as a writer, I like the quick access to research!
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Agree!
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Wonderful post you have explained beautiful what will happen life without computers 💻
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Thank you for reading and sorry for the late reply!
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A very thoughtful, and I think, a post that can be expanded on, Vanya.
I have a number of observations.
Towards the end of the 1990’s, Peter Drucker – the father of modern management wrote a very interesting short article for the Harvard Business Review. He said a manager who was brave enough to turn off their computer post the year 2000 would be one that didn’t let technology influence them and have space for peace of mind.
I could research a subject just find and produce reports, provide advice and so on of the quality I do now, without referring to the Internet. The Interweb 😉 really didn’t start to become useful to me until about 20 years ago.
Prior to 1997, I wrote documents by hand and had them typed. Then you made red pen corrections. Most typists were great and very patient. Some did get grumpy if the revisions became too numerous.
I still remember the excitement of getting my first iPad. Now I have a Remarkable, which I have yet to power up – but I’m looking forward to it, so I don’t need to scan written notes anymore. As for AI Reader and the like to make notes of meetings, yes, I will eventually do that too.
Our computers etc take up as much or as little time as we let them. As wonderful as the technology is now, the level of research we can do, the ebooks available, and the connections we can make – Drucker was right.
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Very interesting point of view! I remember typing stories by hand as well – I don’t have the patience for that now. I think the reason I like computers so much is because of the speed. I can’t imagine doing manual research anymore. Thanks for the share and sorry about the late reply!
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Very interesting. I’ve lived that life–one w/o computers. It was grand! Think of Hemingway – standing up pounding out his stories on a typewriter? Or Lincoln writing out his speeches. Oh, it was exciting. Just different. 🙂 cheers.
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Definitely a different way to write! And life without computers is definitely possible! Thanks for reading and sorry about the late reply!
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np, thanks
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If we can live without, would be a great life but its impossible for most
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I would say it’s impossible for me, so I’d agree with you. Thanks for reading!
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I might actually go explore the nature more.
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I would like to do that as well! Thanks for reading.
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I’d probably go back to reading more books.
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I miss reading books actually, but due to some eyesight issues I need to read using a computer screen (because there is backlighting). I still have my bookcase of books though!
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That makes sense and had not thought of that. I prefer reading a book to reading a Kindle, but the Kindle can hold more than one novel.
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Yes, the Kindle is a great space saver, but not as impressive as a wall of great books!
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