First computers I had weren't even connected to the internet and were primarily "game machines" and "substitute typewriters." But, as time went on, they become much more integrated into my day-to-day life. My home PC was often used in support of my career job (before retirement), preparing reports, keeping in contact with associates, etc., as well as helping me to manage my mom's affairs when alzheimer's kept her from managing her own affairs (I was her legal guardian), the internet made it a primary link with friends and family, I use my PC for reports and statistics I keep on a fraternal organization I belong to, personal tax preparation, photo editing and printing, and much, much more. And, of course, it's still a game machine.

Your right, PF, it has become more than a toy and is very much a part of my day-to-day life, second only to ... well, maybe duct tape.