Thread: Are you an internet Nerd or Geek?

Years ago I heard blokes talking about spending their time on a computer, communicating with unknown people and I thought why the fuk would people waste their time doing such a thing. Yes, I have heard stories about blokes pulling birds, getting free shags and whilst that sounds semi-productive why would one bother?

There must be plenty of other more productive ways to waste your time and I considered these blokes should consider their options.

Now after 20 odd thousand posts am I one of these geeks, feverishly sitting over my laptop waiting to respond with some witty remark to some "Billy no mates" sitting in his bedsit communicating with an absolute stranger.

Don't get me wrong, I have made many friends by way of this forum and that in itself is worth my time here but I cannot help to think that this macabre form of interactive medium is everything to some people and that is fuking sad.

Originally Posted by Loy Toy

Now after 20 odd thousand posts am I one of these geeks

Still a nerd dude, you reach geek status at 50,000 posts

Originally Posted by Albert Shagnastier

Still a nerd dude, you reach geek status at 50,000 posts

Best I post another 30k additions to acronym addicts and to get my post count up.........Maybe?

Dunno about others but for me it's light entertainment and some useful travel talk. I've got a pretty good life and this forum is like watching some TV show. If it ended it wouldn't matter much at all. Just a bit of fun, not life itself.

Originally Posted by Loy Toy

am I one of these geeks, feverishly sitting over my laptop waiting to respond with some witty remark to some "Billy no mates" sitting in his bedsit communicating with an absolute stranger.

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Don't worry, we'll inscribe on your tombstone!

'He was always there to reply to Smeg'

Perhaps Smeg could be appointed as an honorary Grandchild, or some other family title (in the case of Ant: ' my surrogate triplet'), given the attention lavished on him by men who have existing families, to whom they are currently presenting their back, whilst hunched over the laptop, writing putdowns to Smeg.

Is your computer in your bedroom Loy toy ?

^^^ Fair play mate and some of the members here have assisted me with a wealth of valuable information but.........................................

You can't help to think that this medium is the only way that some can express themselves and actually believe their opinions matter.

Yes, it is somewhat entertaining to watch some members make a complete dickhead of themselves, (I've probably been guilty on occasions) but the internet seems to have encapsulated a lot of people's lives.

I'm just here to get cooking lessons from Nige and Charlie. I just kill time posting shit while I'm waiting for them to post.

Originally Posted by Aberlour

I'm just here to get cooking lessons from Nige and Charly.

You have obviously missed your preferred vocation in life mate.

An apron and pot glove is what you need, but don't spill anything on your keyboard.

Charlies the master chef mate I am just his apprentice ,, albeit he is a bit younger than me ,, which is nice because he has to wai to me and I merely smile in acceptance

You have invited me to meet for a beer!
We all had the bug so it took time getting back to you.Sorry about that!

You are obviously a very busy man or have changed your opinion.

No worries either way mine and your live moves on

For any piggy back riders Fuck off!

Originally Posted by nigelandjan

Charlies the master chef mate I am just his apprentice

Now I know why you continue to burn the fondue.

Originally Posted by Gravesend Dave

You are obviously a very busy man or have changed your opinion.

Yes I am mate and will catch up with you real soon.

Taking Shane to the hospital tomorrow and meetings all afternoon and hopefully free for that session in the near future.

Originally Posted by Loy Toy

Years ago I heard blokes talking about spending their time on a computer, communicating with unknown people and I thought why the fuk would people waste their time doing such a thing.

I remember a scene in the Sopranos where Tony sees his son laughing at something on an internet forum and typing back. He shakes his head and wonders what the fuk is wrong with his son talking to folk on the internet, and the audience is assumed to sympathise with T.

But the scene could look dated now I think as it is becoming more and more accepted that cyberspace is a real medium of communication and the punters on forums are mostly real folk.

Originally Posted by Loy Toy

^^^ Fair play mate and some of the members here have assisted me with a wealth of valuable information but.........................................

You can't help to think that this medium is the only way that some can express themselves and actually believe their opinions matter.

Yes, it is somewhat entertaining to watch some members make a complete dickhead of themselves, (I've probably been guilty on occasions) but the internet seems to have encapsulated a lot of people's lives.

people spend their lives watching tv, playing with their phones or on the internet.

u only just worked it out????

at the end of the day it doesn't matter what u do because u are going to end up as dust, so as long as u r having fun that's what matters

Originally Posted by Looper

Originally Posted by Loy Toy

Years ago I heard blokes talking about spending their time on a computer, communicating with unknown people and I thought why the fuk would people waste their time doing such a thing.

I remember a scene in the Sopranos where Tony sees his son laughing at something on an internet forum and typing back. He shakes his head and wonders what the fuk is wrong with his son talking to folk on the internet, and the audience is assumed to sympathise with T.

But the scene could look dated now I think as it is becoming more and more accepted that cyberspace is a real medium of communication and the punters on forums are mostly real folk.

forums attract people who want to talk about certain topics. your personal friends may have different hobbies and going to a bar u r going to speak to drunks who also may have completely different interests.

before the internet people had pen pals from around the world. the internet makes it virtually instant contact and u can talk about anything. it's pretty cool really.

Originally Posted by waradmiral

before the internet people had pen pals from around the world.

I was forced to have a penpal against my will as some sort of school project when I was 9. She was a girl in Canada. I didn't want to have a pen-pal or write letters so my letter was subtly rude in ways that an adult could not detect. I did not hear back from her.

Originally Posted by Loy Toy

Originally Posted by Gravesend Dave

You are obviously a very busy man or have changed your opinion.

Yes I am mate and will catch up with you real soon.

Taking Shane to the hospital tomorrow and meetings all afternoon and hopefully free for that session in the near future.

Well fucking hurry up then mate !

We are all free agents,If you have the time for a chat nice one,if not no worries!
For me and for you it was just convenient as we are both in Pattaya area.

Originally Posted by Looper

Originally Posted by waradmiral

before the internet people had pen pals from around the world.

I was forced to have a penpal against my will as some sort of school project when I was 9. She was a girl in Canada. I didn't want to have a pen-pal or write letters so my letter was subtly rude in ways that an adult could not detect. I did not hear back from her.

Looper

So when you was nine you could out smart adults.

Even the most out back hard of learning sad prick is not going to have any of that.

Your post get more and more far out the longer I use this forum.

Your a bullshitter!! I have little doubt.

Originally Posted by Gravesend Dave

. Your a bullshitter!! I have little doubt.

oh no, I was hoping all his tall tales about his sexual conquests would have some truth

That time again I see.

Dave's juiced and being insulting.

Your turn tonight Looper.

^
if you're thirsty
why don't you just go out and get some booze

Originally Posted by DrAndy

Originally Posted by Gravesend Dave

. Your a bullshitter!! I have little doubt.

oh no, I was hoping all his tall tales about his sexual conquests would have some truth

So the man has watched a lot of blue,s is that not enough for you!

your hard to please you

Originally Posted by Aberlour

That time again I see.

Dave's juiced and being insulting.

Your turn tonight Looper.

Yes I have had a few but fail t see any insult to looper.
No personal bollocks

Fuck me the post would of got pulled up at primary school,where your comments best fit.

Loopers man enough to tell you to take your tongue away from his arsehole,if not other will.