Got this one in my email today. I thought it was too funny not to share:
Dear Dr. Internet:
I am afraid that I'm becoming a network nerd. How can I tell for sure?
Sincerely,
Geek-or-not
Dear Geek-or-not:
How many syllables do you think there are in the word "coax?"
Dr. Internet
Except that only works for old-time nerds. The new generation doesn't know anything that isn't twisted pair or fiber.
ReplyDeleteOh come now: you can't be really, really hard core unless you know a little of your history. ;)
ReplyDeleteThe answer is 4: co-ax-i-al
ReplyDeleteAnd you still need it to hook up your cable modem.
Dear Dr. Internet, How do I tell I'm a *pedantic* nerd?
ReplyDelete:)