Explaining computer concepts to non-technical individuals can be a challenge. But as with most subjects, a clear, concise analogy will often do the trick. During this week’s episode of TR Dojo, I share several field-tested, IT analogies from TechRepublic members that answer the following questions:

• What’s the difference between RAM and disk space?
• What’s bandwidth, and why are you recommending I get more of it?
• What’s a network address?

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For those who prefer text to video, you can click the Transcript link that appears below the video player window or read Jaime Henriquez’s article, “10 common user questions - and some analogies that help clear things up,” and Toni Bowers’ piece, “Use analogies to explain technical subjects to end users,” on which this episode is based.

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