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To: Gottfried who wrote (44287)	1/22/1998 12:38:00 AM
From: Spank	Read Replies (4) \| Respond to of 58324

Gottfried, OT, >geek \gek\ n : a person often of an intellectual bent > who is disapproved of. geeky adj (C) This gal told me to "get bent" once. I thought it was an insult until I noticed the thick glasses and pocket protector she was wearing...(but then she said my first instinct was right) On Topic, like anyone gives a rat's @ss, I like the tech info, both about the products AND the trading. The superbowl ad better be something special. I want to see us at the Clio Awards... -Spank

To: Gottfried who wrote (44287)	1/22/1998 8:55:00 AM
From: Jeff Loughlin	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 58324

<<Just wondering: why do we call the engineers and technicians who make it all possible "technogeeks" - a derogatory term, but the investors who create no value for others "investment wizards" - a flattering term? Please see definition below...>> The term "geek" can be complimentary or derogatory, depending on who is using it. I am a geek, so when I refer to my colleagues as geeks, I am using it as a term of respect. To a geek, there is no greater compliment than being called a geek by your peers. If a non-geek calls me a geek, however, it is generally viewed as disrespectful. Jeff L. (Geek, and proud of it)