'The Internet is not for sissies.' (1994)
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The author states that operating on the internet requires toughness and resilience.
- In plain terms
- Dealing with the internet requires strength and resilience.
- What can you take from it?
- The online environment demands persistence and tough response to challenges.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What qualities make someone suited for internet infrastructure work?
- Has the internet become more or less difficult to navigate?
Another view
Accessibility has increased making the internet less intimidating for many users.
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