[HPforGrownups] Q: I am Confused on the time frame of the books.

[Katze]

No: HPFGUIDX 32594

Fallenhunter wrote:
 
> Ok, than this really confuses me... why dont we see tech playing a
> larger role in the stories?  Its geared toward kids right? who knows
> computers and stuff better than they? (This is my opinion biased on
> the fact that I am a PC tech in RL as well).
> 
> The library of books, should at least have a computer index... so as
> making research easier... (course that would have made Harry's search
> for a breathing underwater spell much easier and lost some suspense).
> 
> I will readily admit, that its possible that the authur simply does
> not want to make it too modern.  But I would assume wizards are smart
> enough to take advantage of at least some of the modern appliances.

If I remember correctly, electricity does not work in the wizarding
world, so they can't take advantage of Muggle technology. Sorry for the
one liner, but I'm not sure there needs to be further explanation.

-Katze