> It is especially tempting to name your first computer after yourself, but think about it. Do you name any of your other possessions after yourself? No. You

> It is especially tempting to name your first computer after yourself, but think about it. Do you name any of your other possessions after yourself? No. Your dog has its own name, as do your children. If you are one of those who feel so inclined to name your car and other objects, you certainly don't reuse your own name. Otherwise you would have a great deal of trouble distinguishing between them in speech. a) I am, in fact, named after my father. b) This does, indeed, cause trouble for other people trying to differentiate us.