Kids of today are growing up in an environment where knowledge of computers is not just an asset but a necessity. By the time they get to college they will be doing the majority of their assignments on computers, and once in the workforce they will likely go into positions where knowledge of computers will be a requisite for satisfactory job performance. Excessively restricting kids' access to computers can put them at an unfair disadvantage where computer usage is concerned.
In today's society, computers serve as an important educational resource for kids. They can have access to more learning materials and programs on computers, can be exposed to people from around the world through social networking sites and can retrieve information more quickly by simply going on the Internet and performing a simple search. Teachers typically find it easier to assign and collect homework electronically as well.
Not only can computers enhance learning, it can also be an added way for kids to show their creativity. It can help them develop problem-solving skills, programming skills, design skills and even help them improve on their writing, math, reading and other subjects.