How to Be a Geek

Once upon a time, the word "geek" had a negative connotation, but these days, it can be a term of endearment. In fact, many people will happily claim to be band geeks or computer geeks. If you long to be a member of the geek squad, listen up. These tips will turn you from prom king to major geek in no time. So hold on to your pocket protector!

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Have an eye for fashion. No self-respecting geek would be caught dead without an extra set of eyes, so glasses are a must-have for any geek. The thicker the lenses, the better. You can choose to be a band geek with metal frames and thick lenses, an Emo geek with thick black frames or a computer geek with a bit of duct tape between the eyes.

2. Behold the freebie t-shirt. Why spend big bucks on fancy designer duds, when you can sport the latest and greatest in free apparel? Any company will do, but the major geeks only wear apparel from their favorite computer companies.

3. Forgo brushing your hair; you have better things to do.

4. Become obsessed with something. It can be Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, music, video games, computer programming, etc. Just pick something and learn enough about it to make every other person on the planet feel inferior when they talk to you about that topic.

5. Switch to Linux. Only nerds use Microsoft or Apple. Tell others that you are part of the 1337.

6. Whenever possible, quote movies or television shows verbatim. When those around you ask what movie you're quoting, just laugh.

7. Snort when you laugh. Bonus points if you sound like a penguin or goose.

Tips & Warnings

• Every geek should run at least one website, blog or forum.

Resources

• Check whether you're the definitive geek at UrbanDictionary.com.

[AudreyBrown]

on 1/1/2008 Viva La GEEKS! LOVE IT! I am proud to be a geek and a nerd!!!