Here's a good example of an editoral. This one isn't on a topic of international importance, but it's also not simply a rant. Key factors in a good editorial: it's concise, it's focused on a single topic, and it offers solutions instead of simply griping about other people's shortcomings.
Icon See It NowClicking on the Save icon, I found myself wondering why it's still an image of a 3.5-inch floppy disk. When was the last time you saved a file on a floppy? Fortunately for Microsoft, we all still own a bunch of dusty disks we dig out in emergencies, but how long will that last? It's only a matter of time before the icon—and the floppy itself—becomes unidentifiable to new generations of computer users.
I also agree with Tammy that Microsoft needs to probably update their icons along with the updates on Windows. The most commonly used one now is Windows XP. It's basically the same as Windows 95, 2000, Milennium, and the other ones that have been made since XP, but it has a whole new look. I personally like using XP, but I'm getting off of the subject.
It made me really think that Microsoft isn't really listening to their customers. I mean, their customers should be their number one priority, right? So I think whomever is reading this right now and you have one of the latest versions of Windows, email Microsoft and let them know what you've just found out.
The article was interesting. I would have never thought to put something like that into words. Being Microsoft certified I just took those things for granted. It really made me think. Without forcing me to.