> Is it less "efficient" - kind of. It is much more efficient once you reach the point where you know how to solve a specific problem in a straightforward way.

> Is it less "efficient" - kind of. It is much more efficient once you reach the point where you know how to solve a specific problem in a straightforward way. Complex or large-scale problems will always require more effort, but knowing available tools to enhance "personal computing" helps a great deal. But while I absolutely wish for the same kind of future, expecting a majority of people to learn computers and software deeply enough is just that - wishful thinking.