TIP #98: Learn to use Technology out of the Box

It is interesting that we get toys (tools) and the first thing we do is install a series of things instead of use it as it was designed, how is coming out of the box.
I understand that exist many things that simply worked better and we should use those that would improve our workflows. The problem is that in reality we assume that our current workflow it is always the best one.
Many times we should stop and reconsider if in reality is the best idea or simply we are wrong and we are wasting an opportunity to clearly improve.
One way is use for a little bit technology as it came our of the box and identify the real problem.