“What we forget is that the “logical” tech world we take for granted is in fact highly arbitrary, whimsical, and proprietary. Why can’t you plug cell phone X into cell phone Y’s charger? Why will phone X, but not, phone Y work in Europe? Why won’t a document created with Word 2007 open in Word 2003? If you follow the world of technology, you probably know the answers to these and other mysteries. Folks who don’t are probably getting real work done-until they blow up their cell phone or can’t open a Word document from their boss. And that’s when, inevitably, they’ll once again depend on the kindness of geeks.” (Stephen Manes, PC World September 07)
“What we forget is that the “logical” car seat world we take for granted is in fact highly arbitrary, whimsical, and proprietary. Why can’t you install a Snugride into a Safeseat base? Why will a ‘07 Jeep Cherokee, but not, a ‘07 BMW X5 allow LATCH use in the center rear position? Why shouldn’t I turn my one year old forward-facing in our new Marathon? If you follow the world of car seats, you probably know the answers to these and other mysteries. Folks who don’t are probably getting real work done until they have a new baby or they buy a new car. And that’s when, inevitably, they’ll once again depend on guesswork or bad advice.”
Most people can identify with the first scenario. They either rely on computer experts or might be IT pros themselves. Given that, doesn’t the behavior outlined in the last sentence of the second scenario seem insane? Both problems can be solved with the help of experts. Sadly though, many parents who wouldn’t hesitate to ask for computer help don’t seek expert assistance when dealing with their children’s safety and car seats. We must question this behavior since the stakes for scenario two are far greater.
Please, let a car seat tech be your “geek”.
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