I have to agree with you Tim C. This level of elitism that I see amongst colleagues is really quite disturbing.
Imagine a world where everyone had a high level of proficiency with computers. Most the posters on slashdot would be out of work. What type of jerk spends his free time criticizing the people that keep him employed.
I know quite a few people who are studying or finishing their post graduate degrees, and they suck at computers, and would prefer to do all their research from the library. These people go home to their girl friends (yeah they are not computer nerds) and people read and value their research.
Seriously when I read these elitist posts I can only think of that fat comic store nerd from the Simpsons. I know I have offended a few people here, but guys... you need to spend LESS time in front of the computer, and more time developing some social skills.
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Imagine a world where everyone had a high level of proficiency with computers. Most the posters on slashdot would be out of work. What type of jerk spends his free time criticizing the people that keep him employed.
I know quite a few people who are studying or finishing their post graduate degrees, and they suck at computers, and would prefer to do all their research from the library. These people go home to their girl friends (yeah they are not computer nerds) and people read and value their research.
Seriously when I read these elitist posts I can only think of that fat comic store nerd from the Simpsons. I know I have offended a few people here, but guys... you need to spend LESS time in front of the computer, and more time developing some social skills.