If you are reading this, then you probably know how to use the interwebs. And if you are reading this, you probably know how to use computers. And if both of the previous sentences are true, you more likely than not have been asked by someone to find the answer to a question by using the interwebs. A question they can find the answer to themselves, simply by using Google. And that is why so many computer users--geeks, as well as 'normal' people--get livid when asked to 'find' answers.
I LOVE my computer. While I'm not a total geek, I tend towards that description. I'm not quite as computer-savvy as I used to be--a few years ago I KNEW I could build my own computer, but I'm not so sure these days. That being said, I do have a knowledge that a lot of my friends and family don't. I don't mind being asked to look up information for people--especially those who don't have computers or lack the experience I have. I've often thought that I could make money by doing searches for others, but setting something like that up would actually take time and effort, neither of which I'm willing to do. So, I will be content to search for houses to rent in the southwest for my sister-in-law and look to see if the knife The Husband wants is still being manufactured. I have the time to do these things and it doesn't really take away from what I may WANT to do. However...
I do have a problem when someone asks me to find out 'why is the sky blue?' or any simple, easily Googled question such as that. I also have a problem when someone asks me to do a search for them, but THEY are on the computer themselves for 20 hours of every day. EXCUSE ME!?!?!? And just why can't you do it yourself? And, obviously, many people feel the same as I do, because there is a site that has been developed called 'Let Me Google That For You'--http://lmgtfy.com/. This is for those people who find it more convenient to bother you with their question than Google it for themselves. It is an easy to use, step-by-step course in how to use Google to get the answers you are seeking. So, if you don't want to pass on this link whenever someone asks you a simple question, make sure you say--in your MOST sarcastic voice--"Just wait a second and let me Google that for you." It might help, but I doubt it.
Using Computers and The Interwebs
