A Computing Vocabulary...

The Loony Bin ( loonies@bloodaxe.com )
Fri, 8 Jan 1999 12:41:40 +0000


The Loony Bin - http://loonies.net800.co.uk/

Hiya Folks...

Here's a vocabulary for the understanding of geek-speak...

Wishes & Dreams...

- ANDREA
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Vocabulary

Word          >    Geek                    Normal
============= >    ================        ===================
Code          >    software instruction    cryptic message
Boot          >    load operating sys.     footwear
Virus         >    makes computer sick     makes you sick
Memory        >    data storage            retained ideas
News          >    Usenet                  NBC/CNN/C-Span
Mail          >    electronic letters      bills/junk mail
FIDO          >    subnet                  dog
Pen           >    pointing device         writing with ink thing
Slip          >    external comm.          a fall/undergarment
Tip           >    open line for comm.     $$ for waiters/waitresses
Mouse         >    pointing device         rodent
Screen        >    terminal face           metal mesh
Spool         >    swap device             thing that holds thread
Thread        >    code structure method   stuff on spools
OOP           >    C++                     a booboo
Ports         >    serial, parallel....    place where ships dock
Harddrive     >    fixed disk              difficult trip
Windows       >    GUI nightmare           cleaning nightmare
Root          >    sysadm                  bottom part of plant
Smalltalk     >    programming language    chit chat


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