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lunatica

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69. For most people computers are necessary!

Reply to progressiveinaction (Reply #42)

Thu Apr 11, 2013, 09:24 AM

Apr 2013

They're no longer a luxury. Everyone wants people to apply online now and to send resumes as attachments. And jobs are now listed online.

Lots of people do their shopping online too. She should definitely keep her computer.

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My first thought. Or ask Peggy. I sent money to her one time to help out a DUer. I can't volunteer freshwest Apr 2013 #54

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