My mother taught me about the power of inspiration and courage, and she did it with a strength and a passion that I wish could be bottled.

Many people see technology as the problem behind the so-called digital divide. Others see it as the solution. Technology is neither. It must operate in conjunction with business, economic, political and social system.

I managed Hewlett Packard through the worst technology downturn in 25 years, the dotcom bust.

You know, I believe that technology is the great leveler. Technology permits anybody to play. And in some ways, I think technology - it's not only a great tool for democratization, but it's a great tool for eliminating prejudice and advancing meritocracies.

You can find lots of people like you through technology, and women in particular like communities.