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Neocolonialism is the involvement of developed countries in developing countries. The Trojan horse is a part of the myth about the Trojan war, where the Greeks entered Troy through the horse. When the Greeks pretended to leave Troy, the Trojan took in the horse in belief that they won and took in the horse as their reward. What was unknown to the Trojans was that the Greeks were hidden inside the horse, allowing the Greeks to enter Troy and destroy the city.
 * "One Laptop per Child is a Neo-colonial Trojan horse"**

I believe the concept of "one laptop per child" for developing countries is an idea that connects countries together; it allows people to communicate through different methods other than face-to-face. Although the idea is thought of by developed countries, it is a way to minimize the digital divide. One concept in digital divide is between one having technology and one not having technology. If laptops are given to developing countries, it will allow the developed and developing countries to stand towards the same level and understand another more; understanding one another more means to understand why some countries believe laptops are a large part of their lives, which will bring involvement to those that do not own a laptop. In addition, in having a laptop per child allows people to open up their lives to new ideas and the world. Also, it will enhance one's knowledge and express an individual's thoughts and ideas. On the other hand, I believe the idea of "one laptop per child" is harming the developing countries. Some developing countries may not like the idea of laptops; however, they are unable to speak aloud due to their low status. The idea of laptops is similar to the Trojan horse myth; the laptop idea may be forced upon the developing countries even when they are in need of food, water and shelter. In addition, allowing laptops to enter some countries may cause countries to spend more on internet connection, and other additions.