nerd
Someone who has a passionate and thoughtful interest in computers, networks, and their use. Often this interest dominates their lives to the point where their social skills suffer. When the term is used in non-computing circles it is meant in a derogative fashion. However, the growth of large, successful Internet companies set up by nerds has meant that its use as a derogative term has decreased. ... ...
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