21. Disadvantages of word processors

• You need to have access to a computer which has word processing software installed
• It takes time to learn to use the program effectively
• If you want to write something down quickly, it can take more time to switch the computer on, open the word processor and set up the document. Sometimes pen and paper is faster.
• People can become reliant on using the word processor and their handwriting skills can deteriorate
• People can become reliant on the spell checker and not proof read their work properly