Part 2: Participate

As an English major I plan to work in the publishing industry, most likely as an editor and within my field of study, technology is not the prime focus but it remains to be a vital tool. The publishing industry has renovated with the introduction of new technology, constantly it is modifying to advance the industry and technology is the advancing force. For example, the Kindle has been introduced into the world of books, the technology to possess and carry multiple books in one appliance. That kind of technology will be incorporated in my profession and I will have to learn to apply it to my daily life. I will have to write using a computer, therefore I will need to know how to properly use a computer and protect my files with my information. Protecting my files will most likely be achieved through backup files and by using programs such as McAfee, as well as setting Firewalls to protect my computer from malicious viruses; I will have to learn more about these kinds of programs in order to use them. As a publisher, I will have to communicate with people from all over the world that want to send me their manuscripts and the best way to keep in contact with everyone will be through email or cell phone. I will need basic computer skills to be able to use a computer for my writing (most likely using Microsoft), and I will need to know how to maintain an email. This can be learned through basic computer science courses. I won’t need a vigorous technological course but I will need a firm foundation.