Define: geek

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geek#Geek_Definitions (1. Nov. 2006):

"[…] A person who is interested in technology, especially computing and new media. Comparable with the classic definition of hacker. (Late 20th century and early 21st century.) […]"

teladesign.com/ma-thesis/glossary.html (1. Nov. 2006):

"A term similar to nerd, but slightly less pejorative in tone."

www.research-hosting.co.uk/data/hosting-terms/web-hosting-terms-g.asp (1. Nov. 2006):

"Traditionally, someone whose fascination for technology overwhelms all other pursuits, with all the negative stereotypes this implies; in short, a NERD. "

www.websightsolutions.com/faq_gloss.html#sectG (1. Nov. 2006):

"Traditionally a term of derision, geek has come to have a more positive connotation in this computer age. Technically adept people now frequently refer to themselves as geeks, in a mixture of self-deprecation and pride. "

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