I remember when a tool was a device used to assist in building or repairing something. For example, a hammer, socket wrench, a screwdriver, and a drill are all classic examples of REAL tools. Now-a-days anything and everything are considered tools. A calculator is a tool to calculate numbers, a styrofoam cup is a tool for transporting hot coffee, your finger is a tool for extracting nasal debris, and a computer is a tool used for information, entertainment, and communication, I guess it could be considered a versa-tool, kind of like a swiss army knife. I'm just sick and tired of everything being called a tool. The next time one of these annoying word pirates is stuck on the side of the road with a flat tire, I'd love to see them reach into their "tool" box and whip out a the latest version of Windows XP home edition to fix the problem, because according to some lady on the shopping channel, this too is a tool. Good luck lady.

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