My Surprising Super Geek Score: Reflections on the Geek Stereotype

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The discussion revolves around the distinctions between "geeks" and "nerds," with participants sharing their experiences and scores from a geek test. Many express surprise at their results, often scoring higher than expected, and debate the definitions of geek and nerd. Geeks are generally viewed as individuals with strong technological or scientific interests, while nerds are perceived as socially awkward and overly focused on gaming or fictional worlds. The conversation touches on personal interests, such as collecting calculators and slide rules, and the cultural stereotypes associated with being a geek. Participants also reflect on the quiz's relevance, suggesting it conflates geekiness with nerdiness, and share humorous anecdotes about their scores and geeky tendencies. Overall, the thread highlights a sense of community among self-identified geeks, who embrace their interests and intellectual pursuits.
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Are geeks (no offence to anybody) usually kind of ugly, or behind those glasses perfectly normal?
I'm not a student so I don't meet them,but once on Discovery Channel I saw most beautifull geek girl.She had old fashines glasses and funny dress but still her face and manners were faultless.
 

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