Back in those days intimidation was the greatest tool the drill instructor had. Without that tool, he would not have had control.
I'm addicted to email, but other than that, there are practical things - being able to buy a book on the internet that you can't find in your local bookshop. This could be a lifeline if you live further from the sources.
I think everything I do is my early work. I can't wait to get on to the later stuff.

