The Intuitiveness of Digital Technology
There are quite a few layers to a computer.
Thankfully, you only really interact with what you can see while all the other cogs in the machine do their thing. Of course, that doesn't mean the applications you use every day won't be any less confusing at times. There can be difficulty performing specific tasks, a lack of documentation for niche functions, and, at times, a lack of solutions on the internet for certain issues. Software developers take note of this when creating applications.
For example, if you go to the settings menu on an iPhone, you'll see typical options like "Display", "Battery", "Wi-Fi", etc. When you switch over to an Android phone, these settings can easily be found near the same spot, as both devices are phones that share similar features. Sounds obvious, right? Let's look further into another similarity.
The operating systems Windows 11 and macOS have plenty of technical differences, utilities, and use cases. Yet, once again, they both have a set of applications you would expect to find: a web browser, a calculator, a text editor, and more.
Okay, one more. Microsoft Office and Google Workspace provide productivity software for users to perform typical administrative tasks. Regardless of which suite a user works with, their layouts and tools nearly overlap in appearance. They both have a `File` tab near the top-left corner, along with the file name and a button to save it. They both contain boxes to select and edit the format of the font(s) in use. The list goes on.
Conclusion
The moral of the story is that if you ever need to interact with a new piece of technology, do not fear! You should be able to apply the knowledge you've already obtained from what you've been comfortable with. In the case that there is something vastly new or different, a good design would include an easy way to navigate everything (and maybe even a basic tutorial). All it takes is some exploring.