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**JohnfAclambrJA** · 06-16-2011, 07:35 AM

From Roger Ebert's blog: http://blogs.suntimes.com/ebert/cybe...r-a-mac-p.html

It's amazing how much of this both Mac and PC users already knew, but still find it interesting, and humorous.

**gusecrync** · 06-16-2011, 10:33 AM

I have a PC and Mac at home, two Xbox 360s and two Apple TVs...

Two Macs and two PCs at work...

Which percentages apply to me!?

(The results in the image are very fitting and not surprising.)

**JohnfAclambrJA** · 06-16-2011, 11:50 AM

I have a PC and Mac at home, two Xbox 360s and two Apple TVs...

Two Macs and two PCs at work...

Which percentages apply to me!? (The results in the image are very fitting and not surprising.)

You're a category unto your own. [rofl]

**Natashasuw** · 06-16-2011, 01:22 PM

Damn I wouldn't fit in with either crowd. /wrist

**Prealiitellg** · 06-16-2011, 05:57 PM

Mac people are 21% more likely than PC people to consider themselves computer-savvy gearheads And here is where we have a problem. Mac users generally know jack **** about computers, yet think their perceived technical knowledge they posses shines out their arse.

**RLRWai4B** · 06-16-2011, 06:15 PM

And here is where we have a problem. Mac users generally know jack **** about computers, yet think their perceived technical knowledge they posses shines out their arse.

I really hope that, you are in fact just making a joke?

**mussmicky** · 06-16-2011, 06:16 PM

Linux on PC hardware

But I'm a PC person according to that.

**RLRWai4B** · 06-16-2011, 06:29 PM

Personally, I just use whichever tool is most suited to the job.

I run OSX natively but I often virtualise into linux or windows as needed.

**Prealiitellg** · 06-16-2011, 06:36 PM

I really hope that you are in fact just making a joke?

Never let the truth get in the way of a good yarn.

**JohnfAclambrJA** · 06-16-2011, 08:53 PM

C'mon folks, no need to get nasty here. It's off topic if anything.

I particularly found the part about Vespas funny. Although, I don't think they've taken off as much here as they have elsewhere. Must be a Europe/USA thing?

**Markdogas** · 06-16-2011, 11:10 PM

I have a PC and Mac at home, two Xbox 360s and two Apple TVs...

Two Macs and two PCs at work...

Which percentages apply to me!? (The results in the image are very fitting and not surprising.)

I would say you're a massive geek.

I've seen that infographics before, it's kinda funny because I own both and I can identify with both "sides". Well, whatever it's all in good fun :-)

**gusecrync** · 06-17-2011, 03:23 AM

I would say you're a massive geek.

I've seen that infographics before, it's kinda funny because I own both and I can identify with both "sides". Well, whatever it's all in good fun :-)

I haven't heard the term "geek" used in a couple decades! [rofl]

**JohnfAclambrJA** · 06-17-2011, 08:30 AM

I haven't heard the term "geek" used in a couple decades! [rofl]

With today's boom in technology, geek is chic. Back 10 years ago, being a geek was something to almost be ashamed of, but thanks to the culture of savvy technology enthusiasts, and the Big Bang Theory, the geek name is worn like a badge of honour. The modern day technological hunters and collectors.

And all those kids in school thought drugs was the way.... tsk tsk tsk.

**JohnfAclambrJA** · 06-17-2011, 08:37 AM

Just showed this to a workmate, who is like you Mute, Mac and PC alike, he's now stuck it on his desk.

**Rounteetepe** · 06-17-2011, 09:13 AM

I haven't heard the term "geek" used in a couple decades! [rofl]

there isn't a "Geek Squad" at your local best buy?

**gusecrync** · 06-17-2011, 09:58 AM

there isn't a "Geek Squad" at your local best buy?

I meant in informal usage outside of that one particular service at a big box store that cater to people that don't even know how to rip a CD.

With today's boom in technology, geek is chic. Back 10 years ago, being a geek was something to almost be ashamed of, but thanks to the culture of savvy technology enthusiasts, and the Big Bang Theory, the geek name is worn like a badge of honour. The modern day technological hunters and collectors.

And all those kids in school thought drugs was the way.... tsk tsk tsk.

Haha, well fortunately I was always regarded for my technical knowledge ever since grade school. Also, when people see all the gear I have in my place, the last thing they probably think of is, "geek".

**JohnfAclambrJA** · 06-17-2011, 12:45 PM

Haha, well fortunately I was always regarded for my technical knowledge ever since grade school. Also, when people see all the gear I have in my place, the last thing they probably think of is, "geek".

Yes, they have another word for it nowadays: Enthusiast.

06-16-2011, 07:35 AM	#1
JohnfAclambrJA Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 457 Senior Member	Are you a Mac or a PC, in interesting analysis From Roger Ebert's blog: http://blogs.suntimes.com/ebert/cybe...r-a-mac-p.html It's amazing how much of this both Mac and PC users already knew, but still find it interesting, and humorous. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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gusecrync Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 530 Senior Member	I have a PC and Mac at home, two Xbox 360s and two Apple TVs... Two Macs and two PCs at work... Which percentages apply to me!? (The results in the image are very fitting and not surprising.) Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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JohnfAclambrJA Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 457 Senior Member	I have a PC and Mac at home, two Xbox 360s and two Apple TVs... Two Macs and two PCs at work... Which percentages apply to me!? (The results in the image are very fitting and not surprising.) You're a category unto your own. [rofl] Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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Prealiitellg Join Date Dec 2005 Posts 423 Senior Member	Mac people are 21% more likely than PC people to consider themselves computer-savvy gearheads And here is where we have a problem. Mac users generally know jack **** about computers, yet think their perceived technical knowledge they posses shines out their arse. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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RLRWai4B Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 447 Senior Member	And here is where we have a problem. Mac users generally know jack **** about computers, yet think their perceived technical knowledge they posses shines out their arse. I really hope that, you are in fact just making a joke? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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06-16-2011, 08:53 PM	#10
JohnfAclambrJA Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 457 Senior Member	C'mon folks, no need to get nasty here. It's off topic if anything. I particularly found the part about Vespas funny. Although, I don't think they've taken off as much here as they have elsewhere. Must be a Europe/USA thing? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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06-16-2011, 11:10 PM	#11
Markdogas Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 503 Senior Member	I have a PC and Mac at home, two Xbox 360s and two Apple TVs... Two Macs and two PCs at work... Which percentages apply to me!? (The results in the image are very fitting and not surprising.) I would say you're a massive geek. I've seen that infographics before, it's kinda funny because I own both and I can identify with both "sides". Well, whatever it's all in good fun :-) Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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06-17-2011, 03:23 AM	#12
gusecrync Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 530 Senior Member	I would say you're a massive geek. I've seen that infographics before, it's kinda funny because I own both and I can identify with both "sides". Well, whatever it's all in good fun :-) I haven't heard the term "geek" used in a couple decades! [rofl] Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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06-17-2011, 08:30 AM	#13
JohnfAclambrJA Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 457 Senior Member	I haven't heard the term "geek" used in a couple decades! [rofl] With today's boom in technology, geek is chic. Back 10 years ago, being a geek was something to almost be ashamed of, but thanks to the culture of savvy technology enthusiasts, and the Big Bang Theory, the geek name is worn like a badge of honour. The modern day technological hunters and collectors. And all those kids in school thought drugs was the way.... tsk tsk tsk. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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06-17-2011, 08:37 AM	#14
JohnfAclambrJA Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 457 Senior Member	Just showed this to a workmate, who is like you Mute, Mac and PC alike, he's now stuck it on his desk. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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Rounteetepe Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 454 Senior Member	I haven't heard the term "geek" used in a couple decades! [rofl] there isn't a "Geek Squad" at your local best buy? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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06-17-2011, 09:58 AM	#16
gusecrync Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 530 Senior Member	there isn't a "Geek Squad" at your local best buy? I meant in informal usage outside of that one particular service at a big box store that cater to people that don't even know how to rip a CD. With today's boom in technology, geek is chic. Back 10 years ago, being a geek was something to almost be ashamed of, but thanks to the culture of savvy technology enthusiasts, and the Big Bang Theory, the geek name is worn like a badge of honour. The modern day technological hunters and collectors. And all those kids in school thought drugs was the way.... tsk tsk tsk. Haha, well fortunately I was always regarded for my technical knowledge ever since grade school. Also, when people see all the gear I have in my place, the last thing they probably think of is, "geek". Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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06-17-2011, 12:45 PM	#17
JohnfAclambrJA Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 457 Senior Member	Haha, well fortunately I was always regarded for my technical knowledge ever since grade school. Also, when people see all the gear I have in my place, the last thing they probably think of is, "geek". Yes, they have another word for it nowadays: Enthusiast. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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