What are the advantages of a typewriter over a computer?

I'm still using a manual typewriter on a daily basis (in addition to the PC). Apart from the nostalgic value, the hipster snob appeal, the finger muscle workouts, etc, there are some pros & cons: Pros Very quick for short notes, index cards, &c, that need tidy appearance. Less fuss to do a one-off address label. read more

If your writing needs extra formatting, then a computer wins over a typewriter. Simple italics, bolds, underlines and bullet points can be added to any document. Additionally, computers can add graphs and images to writing when using a simple word processor. read more

A manual typewriter does not need power to work.One does not encounter viruses like in computers.A typewriter is also used for filling in forms and typing addresses on envelopes.It is also environment friendly ,meaning most of it is made of metals which can easily decompose.These are some of the advantages of a typewriter over a computer that I can think of. read more