So, you're saying that a mother can't learn new languages and new things "like putting on new clothes?"

I don't think that mothers, who are capable of doing one of the toughest jobs in the world- being a mom, being a wife, juggling a possible job on the side, cooking for the family, etc., are as incapable on adapting to new technology as you think they may be.

I think you're either really misunderstanding me or really trying to twist what I'm saying.

It's not about "mothers", it's about older people, and it's absolutely true. It's a scientific fact, with biological evidence to back it up. Kids are FAR more capable of learning new languages and interfaces that old people are. A quick google search will show you the physiological facts behind that, don't take my word for it.

Besides, haven't you heard the expression "you can't teach an old dog new tricks"? Yes, it's a phrase, but it has a real-world basis. Older people tend to get comfortable in their ways, and more resistant to change, and new ways of doing things.

Since the discussion surrounding Windows 8's new interface is about existing users being able to adapt to new interfaces, I don't find it especially relevant that a young child who hasn't become acquainted with the particular GUI for a couple of decades is having an easy time adapting. A child has less old ways to unlearn.

it's not that difficult... people are acting like the desktop environment doesn't exist or that Microsoft isn't going to have an introduction video when you first start up your machine.