1. What is the main idea of Andy Kessler's commentary?

2. Are you surprised that until recently the military has driven technology forward? Explain your answer.

3. a) What do you think of the way videogame technology has replaced the military in technological innovation?
b) Ask a parent the same question.

4. From para. 12: "Volume is especially good at spurring the creation of new applications." Had you heard this idea before now?