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by jocey

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Hi I'm jocey and it's good to be here. I found out about this website via a good family friend and of course I passed it on to some of my friends as well. I am currently a stundent at Sams Caribbean Limited(School of Accounting and Management) and I am pursuing a degree in Computing and Internet Systems which is awarded by the University of Huddersfield in the UK. This experience has been quite fufilling for me because I'm nuts about Computers. I hope that I can fit in well here. I am still so green as I am finding out every day but the passion to excel in this field is so great.

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by jardinier

of being the first person to welcome you into our "family."

I think "family" describes the members of TechRepublic quite accurately. Like a traditional family we sometimes squabble over inconsequential things, but when a member has some personal crisis, everyone comes forward to help and offer advice.

I have belonged to this website for three years and have found it a rich experience. I have made many good friends (although they are only cyber friends) and learnt a lot about all kinds of things in the Miscellaneous section of the discussions.

The website caters equally for top IT pros and computer hobbyists like myself.

Welcome aboard.

by stargazerr

and lets shake :) Welcome aboard !!!

I am sure you will have no trouble fitting in .. if I fit in, anyone can :D

by muhannad

Just don't get lost searching for a technology brief or learning a new trick. The library here is huge and it just gets more interesting as you keep on reading. Always remind yourself that there is another time. Welcome aboard and wishing you the very best in your degree.

by jdclyde

it is meant in the most light hearted way.

People will poke and prod you, but MOST will do it only in good fun.

GG is good fun! :x

by gadgetgirl

but honestly....

"people will poke and prod you"....

you just had to, didn't you?? Ok, then, poke and prod away....]:) ]:) ]:)

:x

GG

by does not compute!

Heard of double entrdres ? what it means is a comment that has two meanings (usually one quite innocent and the other not so!)

Hope this helps and welcome jocey!

by dc guy

It means "to understand." Actually "double" is also a French word but they pronounce it with the doo- in doobie. So it literally means a double understanding.

by jdclyde

Welcome.

My only "words of wisdom". If you see a post that really sets you off, go back and read the whole thread to get it in context before you sound off against it. Too many will dive in before checking the temp of the water and make a fight where there isn't one.

There are also many catagories for discussions (as you have found) so you can steer your experience acording to your interests.

Some come here and are all business, others of us tend to be a little more social and get rather silly at times. Our virtual "Water cooler", as it has been dubbed.

There really is something here for everybody. Hope you find what your looking for.

by gadgetgirl

I'm now totally cross threading my discussions!

("Still haven't found what I'm looking for" by ?)(AAARGH - HELP!)

jd, I will, I will, I swear I'm gonna - gonna - pokeandprod you!!

GG
ggrrrrrrr

by stargazerr

Cool Down guys !! Its all in good fun :D

Tell me what that word means GG :) .. I am supremely curious

by jdclyde

Not one of the many pathetic U2 songs?!?! AAAAAA!

I await by the fire place on the bear skin rug to take my punishment! ]:)

(it WILL hurt, right? ;\ )

by aaron a baker

Perhaps I'm, not Geeky enough but I have to ask the question. I've been involved with Computers since 1985 so I have to ask.
What in the world is and "Earwig?" Besides the Bug and how could one start it here? How does one get one. Is it a trojan Earwig, or a Malware Earwig, a back door earwig or foes it come in the fromt door? Does it come in diferent colors?
and most of all "What the heck is it?"
I would like to know. :)
Thank you
Warmest regards to all. :)
Aaron

by Member 25348569

Double entendre (Fr)

A double meaning. Usually (and in the case of the likes of GG and JDClyde, [b]always[/b]) sexual in nature.

It's nice out.
A double entendre might get the reply "Yes, I think I'll get mine out as well".

Neil :D

by jdclyde

We already know that you are due for a "trim", so bringing yours "out" would not be the wisest move right now....... :O

by gadgetgirl

after all, he's the one who [b]STOOD ME UP![/b]

- and why do I keep getting reminded of a certain UK advertisement, Neil....you know...with Noddy Holder.....NIBBLE NOBBY'S NUTS!!!(ROFL :D)

Ok, jd, thanks for sorting out the U2 bit for me, but still, I think you should get ready for your punishment...and yes, it will hurt....Ben Dover, then.......]:)

GG

by stargazerr

Get it now ...

I really do have to start french lessons ... :) ... I feel like an illetrate ... i mean illiterate ... Damn I better go in for English lessons first :D

by stargazerr

your first discussion thread has turned into a dictionary !!!

No double entendres on this ... I mean in a good way ...:D

by m_a_r_k

Welcome aboard, jocey. Be very careful of what you write and how you write it. Every undotted 'i' and every uncrossed 't' can and will be used against you to start a flame war. And even if you do dot all your i's and cross all your t's, there are some who are going to hate you because they'd rather cross their i's and dot their t's. You'll see a lot of that silliness in the "Miscellaneous" section. The discussions that are more related to IT are a lot more respectful. I just wanted to give you that warning up front. Just ignore all that flaming nonsense and all the flamers if you want (or if you're able). Or if you like pushing people's buttons, you've come to the right place. A few people here have a huge red button on their forehead that says "PUSH ME!" in big letters. You can have a lot of fun with those type of people! :^O

by gadgetgirl

Mark, you are, without doubt, what we in my area of the world call a right sarcy little bugger intent on working his ticket.

But I do like your sense of humour!

:D

GG

by stargazerr

I was being absolutely cordial...I swear :)

No double entendres here ... One sweet, simple, straight meaning

by stargazerr

We are going mad here......remind me..what was this thread about??

AHA....WELCOME JOCEY !!!

Incidentally, has anyone seen jocey??

by gadgetgirl

of course, I misinterpreted, Mark darling, I thought that was what you meant me to do......

:D

GG

by m_a_r_k

It's an effective use of plausible deniabiliy. Maybe you've heard of it. A great American hero named Bill Clinton perfected that technique in the late '90s. I studied up on plausible deniability when I was trying to get a job in the Clinton administration in 1997. I thought maybe my knowledge of said technique would impress some of his staffers. I was applying for a job as head of his intern department. Unfortunately, those scandalous days were tough times for a handsome debonaire young stud like me to be applying for job as head of interns. They gave the job to a little old grandma. I wonder why.

by gadgetgirl

What a wonderful explanation, Mark!

Hometime for me now, but thanks for all the giggles this afternoon - best afternoon I've had at work since I started here! (Feb!)

Have a good rest of day - try and keep jd under control, or should that read keep jd's earwigs under control....!

:D

GG

by jdclyde

We KNOW you were after Monicas "position"? :O

I don't care WHAT peer mails tell you, THAT is funny! :D

by kwhite

Welcome Jocey:
I hope you find this site as interesting as I do. There are quite a few characters here and they all have an opinion and while I don't always agree I usually learn something.

KW

by ldyosng

Zoo - tech lab. Not a lot of difference except that in a Zoo the inmates are fed regularly and housed as comfortably as possible. Coffee and cubicles are a poor substitute.

by jdclyde

are you serious?

The chains are broken and "I'm running free ya, I'm running free"

Old Iron Maiden tune that I have been blasting out a LOT lately. Sure, they are bloody brits, but I can forgive them that...... :D

Good night my sweet!

by m_a_r_k

if it was to be Hillary's intern. :O Oh my...did I actually say that? D@mnit where's a good backspace key when you need one? ATTENTION everyone: That's a joke! A bad joke but a joke nonetheless. It's all I could think of on short notice. That was worse than admitting I have relatives living in France! :8} But hell, we male interns should demand equal rights. It's high time America elects a 30-year old bubbly buxom blonde beach babe to the highest office in the world! ;)

by m_a_r_k

You're not giggling because I referred to myself as a "handsome debonaire young stud", are you? That is the only part of anything I wrote that IS true! hahaha :D

by jdclyde

Oh crap. Is that another one we scared away?

No wonder we can't get them to send us a TR coffee mug. The members all run for their lives as soon as they see what geeks are really like! :p

by swgoldwire2546

Hey, dude! Do you have to go scare THIS newcomer away?

-swg

The post-script: Jocey, if you are out there, please come back.

by m_a_r_k

[i]"you are willing to take one "new positions"[/i]

Being "flexible" is a good thing where your career is concerned.

[i]"Do you do cigar tricks too?"[/i]

Cigars are for smoking, not for tricks. I don't smoke. Though Bill didn't smoke his cigarsm, either. And when I do smoke, I don't inhale. Hmm, neither did Bill. Speaking of cigar tricks, Monica was one of Bill's "tricks".

by jdclyde

with you as intern, "this cigar taste like $h!t"!

BAWWAAAAHHAAHAHAHAAHAAAAAHAAAHAHAHAHAHAAHAAAAAAHAHAHAHaaaaaaaaa

by aaron a baker

Dear Jocey;
Hello and please be Welcome.
Like every group, we have our Zanies, they are good Zanies, but for the most part, you will find the People at Tech Republic Kind & Considerate and ever ready to help. WE all are Techs of various forms or other and for the most part, this is where you'll find "The Best of the Best"
Some will tease, Some will joke, but you won't find any insults or offenses here. We all know our limitations and that' the reason for the very existence of Tech Republic. The fact that we can all share our knowledge. So however trite or silly the question that you might need answered might seem to you, don't be shy, post it anyway and you will be amazed at the amount of people just standing by ready to in any way we can.
I hope you find your experience here as pleasant as I have found mine and I've been a member since 2003.
If you have any questions on anything, this is the place. If I may, I would also suggest that you read all you can, you'll be amazed at the vast amount of information that comes out here.
And so I close in wishing you the very best and saying, "Welcome to the Club" You've chosen the very best. These people are the greatest.
Which will be made clear as time goes on.
My Warmest Regards
Aaron a Baker

by low_wh

Hello! Jocey,

First of all, welcome to the world IT.

It's good to hear that you have the deepest passion towards the IT.

There are so many "lines" of IT (programming, technical, networking, web development and etc). Make sure you are staying on the line of your desire and plan your career path carefully.

Lastly: -
(1) Keep up your effort
(2) stay on your "compass" (direction)
(3) Have a life-long learning to attain more knowledge
(4) Keep an eye on the IT industry outlook (because it's a fast paced industry); and
(5) Plan your career path wisely.

by spidershrek

I got to tell you, welcome to techrepublic. This is a place that you will not regret to be part of. It has been wonderful for me to have come across this place, were i can fin out everything about everything in the computer field. From discussion to support from some of the best techs, available in the world. I hope that if there is anything in the future that i can help you with, i'll be glad to. Once again welcome and Good Luck

Enjoy...

by stargazerr

You are lucky mate, I sit on a table surrounded by 10 sales people ... Coffee yes...Cubicles No...

Its the wilderness around here :D

by ldyosng

Been there. You have my sympathy. I hope everyone at least has a sense of humor!
Oh - you did say sales. A bunch of stress-puppies. Eeew. Tough gig.
But then again, it could be worse. They could be engineers!

by stargazerr

they do have a sense of humor .... i dont really like the swearing though...

complaining aside...I love this job and the company...:)

by swgoldwire2546

Welcome to the TechRepublic crew, Jocey.

If you got an issue, I will be most delighted to respond to your threads and discussions.

If I have issues you could post a response to my threads.

Once again, welcome :)

-swg

by stargazerr

'It' here means the discussion jd tells you about....We are "up to here" in our various earwigs....

Getting rid of them is easy...but jd keeps handing out new ones :D

by jdclyde

I am hear to serve..... ;\

Now I need to go and decide what will be the wig of the day? hmmmmm.

by m_a_r_k

Ol' Jocey posted two messages then poof! Gone in the blink of an eye. Who is going to stand up and take the blame?

by surflover

this, so my welcome is a bit late... But it appears that you have vanished from your own thread?...

Should you return, I wish you well on your career in IT, mine now approaches 30 years and has been a very interesting ride... I hope yours is as well.

BTW: The "misc" section aka "the water cooler", is frequently non-tech, but a lot of fun, and there are some really cool people who frequent here.
Surf

by jocey

I must admit some of you were very rude. But just for the record I fear no one but God. To those of you who were plesant thank you. You have made me feel welcome to the rest of YOU that thinks of my post as a joke because I'm a student who has now started off one word WHATEVER. I DON'T CARE!!!!!!!!!!

by aaron a baker

Dear Jocey;
In a matter of discussion, one must always remember that the thing that makes them interesting is their diversity.
We all have different opinion and are all entitled to voice them. That's what these forums are all about.
If I may suggest, NEVER :) ever allow yourself you be chased away, you are as worthy as any of us, and are always welcome. If your conduct is anything like the shinning start that you've already demonstrated, then we are bound not only to have good conversation but also interesting and very stimulating conversation on a much higher intellectual plain that has been demonstrated here by some.
If people are rude, "Obliterate" them, render them nonexistent.
As for the rest of us, it will be a joy to speak to you on any given subject at any time at all. I'm sure this is felt by all.
Please remember Jocey, do not be deterred, and above all, "Stay with us", NEVER move over for a Jerk, ever.
When the nonsense fades away,you'll find yourself conversing with some truly fine people not to mention some of the very best in the field.
People like HAL9000, Gadgetgirl, SGT Shultz, The Geek, DMiles, The Chas, MBower5, Rick K,JRod86, Scott Lowe, Grreg Shultz and a host of others that don't come to mind at the moment {Please forgive me for not remembering everybody":) }. Don't let the creeps hurt you, they are vermin that infest every organization and when they've had enough of being ignored, they either change their ways of vanish altogether.
So Please take this into consideration the next time you get an insulting dolt, disregard them as they are not worth your valuable time, but don't forget that for every one of them, there are twenty of us.
Trust me, I've had to ask for help and these folks have been nothing short marvelous. They are knowledgeable, well versed and extremely kind in their replies so don't be afraid to ask.
We're there for you kiddo, anytime.
Warmest Regards
Aaron

by Member 25348569

I've just read through the thread and I cannot find anyone who was rude to or about you. To each other - yes. Just generally rude - yes. That's normal for this topic area.

Relax. Have some fun. No one will bite you.

Yet.

]:)

by stargazerr

Dont run away from here...Whatever people at TR might say, to you or to each other, they are a gem of a bunch ... I have been bitten loads of times :D but whenever I needed help, there they were !!! ....Hope you have loads of fun :)

by jdclyde

the old saying.

Don't sweat the BS, and it is ALL BS.

I agree though, going back I didn't see anyone was rude (to the poster that is)?

Oh, and for when people start making a list, it is easier to say who to watch out for than it is to list the people with the hearts of gold. Makes me wonder how many people put ME on that first list? ;\ Oh well, my dog likes me and is always happy to see me.

by jdclyde

I don't OWN a "tin-opener" as I don't have any "tin" that needs opening! B-) (crazy foreigners) :D

by Member 25348569

Forgot that who I was dealing with!

Just for your information, sunshine, the [b]tin[/b] can was invented in 1810 by Peter Durand, an [b]English[/b] merchant so [b]we[/b] can call the bloody opening tool what [b]we[/b] want!

So there.

Now you have a nice day!

:p :p :p

by jdclyde

really "tin" anymore?

Of course I knew exactly what you were talking about.

I also didn't bother to mention my dog gets DRY food from a bag, as it would have taken away the jab at you! :D

Now you have a NICER day!

:p ;\ ;)

by jocey

The first set of responses that came my way were very strange one in particular that i remembered was hmm something about a my intro being like a bad cigar and what would a boss think.. I can't really remember now but it was so not cute. If I'm wrong about this I'm so sorry but that's what I got in my first set of responses that I clicked on.If anyone would care to clarify this they can do so..

by Member 25348569

Please excuse him. He's just got divorced and is not getting any at the moment and it's making him a bit strange. It tends to show itself in raunchy posts (Them as can, do. Them as can't, post about it.)

The "cigar" post wasn't aimed at you, by the way, but a reply about and to M_a_r_k (who's from Texas and has a bloody annoying name to type).

I fear that you may find that things get worse before they get better. Oh, and always remember "Just because you're paranoid, it doesn't mean they're NOT out to get you."

by jdclyde

M_A_R_K had made a comment about applying for an Intern job for the Clinton administration, so I put him in the place of Monica and things got ugly from there! :D

Side discussions are common here, as we are often easily distracted.

If you re-read that thread from the top, you will understand what was said and to whom. (on the other hand, maybe you just want to take my word that it wasn't meant towards you and was all in good fun.)

peace! I am harmless! B-)

by gadgetgirl

jd is only harmless if he isn't planting earwigs.....

(see the What's Your Earwig? thread I started...if you like Madonna, that is....)

Cross threading so much here, I'm thinking of changing user names to The Weaver.... :D :p

GG

by stargazerr

When you are handing out Earwigs ... Not very Harmless then, are you??

like a virgin, touched for the very first timmeeeeeeee!

]:)

by m_a_r_k

No Jocey, that cigar stuff wasn't directed at you. Sheesh! Loosen up! Er...do you smoke cigars? Follow the threads. Not all posts are a direct reply to the post that starts off a whole discussion.

by jdclyde

it is bad enough the things I DO say to people!

If everyone else is going to get offendend by me giving one person a hard time, I might as well change my user name to "ahole" right now! :D

Got to admit though, the cigar comment was funny as hell!

by swgoldwire2546

My dear sir, Jocey. You are just as sensitive as I am sensitive. Don't take these threads the wrong way and out of context.

When the threads get ugly to the point of cross threading and some of the threads are aimed directly at you (or not), you will need to have that spirit of tenacity there. That way you will understand the threads and feel these issues. . .

Be strong, Jocey, be strong. Some threads may get ugly, some are not. I am here for you whenever you have an issue with computers and technology. . .

Feel free to check out some of my posts.

-swg :)

The post script: Hey, jdclyde! Do you have to SMART Jocey the way you SMARTED Gadget Girl, your royal majesty of the TechRepublic crew?!? It looks like you are ready to SMART me too the moment you read this post of mine!! Sheesh. Have some respect dude!

by jdclyde

I LOVE GG and she knows it. She is VERY smart, VERY helpful, and have been there for me anytime I needed her. ( did I mention she is a BABE? :D )

What you see is just bring playful and she gives as well as she gets! (sometime better! :O )

So just chill out for a bit "dude". Just because I am not always the most serious member on TR, does not mean I am not respectful to most as deserved. Your just taking things out of context of what they are INTENDED for.

So YES, I have to SMART everyone, all the time.

Like I always say, better to be a smarta$$ than a dumba$$.

If you can't get into the spirt of they way I post, I would recommend only reading posts of members that fit what you are looking for. Sorry to have caused you so much distress, but that is just me. Very rarely do I post anything that is MEANT to be disrespectful, and that is only in the no-holds-barred flame wars that will occasionally break out, and ususally it is when someone is jumping all over someone else without reason (usually a new member attacking another new member).

As for Jocey, I have already apologized for saying anything that he/SHE might have taken offense to, as well as pointing out that it was a comment to M_A_R_K, not Jocey.

Note, Jocey, unless that is short for something, isn't that a girls name? Nice to know the gender of who you are refering to, so you don't offend them by calling them "dude", huh?

by sleepin'dawg

Hell count yourself lucky. I was in a good mood today. When I'm my normal, charming, irascible self, you will find out what a hard time can be. First rule of thumb here: never take anything personally or seriously. Old jd isn't too bad a guy for a recently divorced liberal socialist. :^O

[b]Dawg[/b] ]:)

by jdclyde

BAD DAWG!

Such a gutter mouth. Saying the "L" word in mixed company and everything! Do you eat with that mouth?

I sure hope you don't use such abusive language outside of TR! What would people think?

:p

by jdclyde

like a virgin, touched for the very first timeeeeeeee.

[b]Me? Plant an earwig? Your (almost) humble servant is only here to serve!
[/b]

like a virgin, touched for the very first timeeeeeeee.

by swgoldwire2546

For real though. PLEASE don't do this to Gadget Girl. She is the TechRepublic crew leader--you as a subordinate would NOT do that to your royal majesty of TR :D

-swg

by jdclyde

what you are talking about.

Sweet and innocent! :x

like a virgin, touched for the very first timeeeeeeeeee

by jdclyde

TASTES!

What is the difference between and oral and a rectal thermometer? The TASTE! ;\

Are you trying to say that YOU doing freaky things with a cigar transfers guilt onto me? :O

by sleepin'dawg

They both come out of holes and spend the rest of their lives trying to get back in. :^O And some just end up chasing their tail(s). Sorry dude but I couldn't resist. Be cool B-) and enjoy your Thanksgiving. Try not to get too much mud for your duck. (ask GG what [b]that[/b] means) :^O

[b]Dawg[/b] ]:) :^O B-)

by jdclyde

hope your day goes quickly and safely.

we just got our first snow storm of the year, and it is a whole inch and a half! What will we ever do? ;)

mud, huh? I WILL be getting a hold of GG ASAP, as it can't possibly be as bad as I am thinking it is! :O

by sleepin'dawg

The main difference between the Canadian Thanksgiving and American Thanksgiving is that for Americans it seems to have a much greater significance as regards family than ours does. For us, the emphasis is more on Christmas in that regard. Lately, though, that has been changing, slowly but surely and Canadians are making Thanksgiving more of a family matter than it has been in the past. It's probably because of our proximity to the US and all the overlap in attitudes what with so many Canadians, like myself, working in the US and picking up the advertising influences from American television. Regardless of what anyone says we are more alike then different. Have a happy Thanksgiving and I hope you're going to get some time in with your boys. Cheers!!!

[b]Dawg[/b] ]:)

by jdclyde

the question has been asked my dear.

please peer me with the answer so we won't have to worry about the censors removing the whole posts.

(got THE pic for me yet?) ]:)