A discussion of technophobia and cyberphobia is presented in six pages. An annotated bibliography consists of fifteen sources.
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higher education are not utilizing modern technology for much more than the distribution of email. Anonymous (1995, June). How to cope with cyberphobia. USA
Today Magazine 123, 11. Understanding the reasons behind cyberphobia is winning half the battle; the other half is won by knowing how to help those afflicted with
this twenty-first century aversion. This article provides suggestions that allow for cyberphobics to ease their way into the world of computers without being completely overwhelmed. Anonymous (1995, March).
Scare tactics. (cyberphobia). Computing Canada 21, 2. The fear associated with computers and the Internet has many inexperienced users paralyzed with the thought
of having to operate such a foreign machine. In order to encourage people to overcome their fears and approach the computer in a healthy manner, this article illustrates steps
that companies can take to ease the process. Anonymous (2001). Technophobia is doom for business. The Business Journal Serving Charlotte and the Metropolitan Area 16, 29. Technology, in and
of itself, is not bad for business; however, implementing it as a forward moving strategy when staff is not up to speed can do more to hinder a company than
it might to help it. Realizing each individuals technological limitations is a critical component to knowing when and where to implement modern technology. Anonymous (1995, October). Treating rampant
"cyberphobia" in your office. Supervision 56, 19. Aversion to technology is more prevalent than many people realize, which is the primary focus of
this particular article. In order to help people overcome their computer fear within the office setting, this author provides various suggestions to keep in mind when approaching cyberphobics.