There are certain jobs that are just so much more geekier than others. Yes, there are definitely geek lawyers, doctors, businessmen and even actors, but their jobs are not geeky at all.
Here are five of the geekiest jobs you can find on the planet. If you’re in one of these professions then you’re one of top geeks on Earth. [Read more →]
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True to the tradition of geeky vacation destinations, one must not only enjoy but learn something as well. Most family destinations can be termed geeky in a way although more of the geeky fun. If one wishes to stay true to nature, there are actually geeky vacation tours which one can join.
Travelers who wish to know more about the places they visit should not forget the museums and life science exhibits offered. Each exhibit can provide valuable information as to the place’s history as well as their culture and beliefs. There are no two museums or exhibits that are exactly alike so there is always something new to learn from each. Contrary to common perception, this is far from a boring activity as many museums have become interactive, enjoining visitors to do more than just watch and look.
Fans of TV shows and movies that have successively captured their imagination such as science-fiction adventures should include in their travel itinerary, the various TV and movie sets that have provided the fitting background for their favorite production. Many production sets have been preserved and have served as tourist attractions such as those used for Star Wars and The Lord of the Rings.
Cruises are always fun and exciting but how about an extraordinary cruise around the Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station perhaps? Going to places where few people would think of going is part of the thrill. There are a lot of other unique off-the-beaten-path destinations found all over the world. The less commercial they are, the better for discovery.
Tourists are always being directed to historical places of long ago which most people can hardly identify with. How about a change by opting to go to places that have made history whether for positive or negative reasons in the more recent times? How about Chernobyl? How about Japan’s tsunami restoration efforts? These are places that do not only make visitors look but also think seriously about what can be done to prevent such tragic occurrences.
Any place that provides joy to techies are candidates for the ultimate geeky vacation spots. Whether they are places of history or places of innovation, they will surely catch the interest of people who are certified believers in technology. We are not simply talking about Silicon Valley here but other places as well that has become identified with technology.
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Determining distance can be quite a problem for drivers in tight spaces for parking or situations that require sudden speed deceleration when another car cuts in front. Many car manufacturers are installing gadgets known as car distance sensors to assist drivers in this particular situation. Each manufacturer calls it by their own name but the function is essentially the same which is to ensure that cars are able to maintain a safe distance from other cars and structures.
Distance sensor is just one of the latest additions to car gadgets enjoyed by today’s drivers. Modern vehicles are really going the way of safety while designs and styles continue to be modified. This is a sign that people are now considering the very important aspect of safe road use.
Safe road use not only protects the driver but also the other people who they share the road with. It also protects properties along the way. Drivers who are assisted by gadgets and equipment are more able to respond to varying road situations.
By providing adequate warning even before proximity really becomes dangerous enough, drivers’ judgment will be supported by something which that can actually measure the distance. Car distance sensors use ultrasonic proximity detectors embedded in both the front and rear bumpers. It basically relies on the reflection of sound waves.
These sensors however usually need to be replaced at some point because of its exposure to the elements. A fail-safe mode is expected to detect malfunction which should warn drivers not to rely on the sensors and have them replaced at the soonest possible time. Owners must be wary of extraordinarily quiet distance sensors since a working one usually gives off a clicking sound. A geeky attitude that favors safety is very much preferred for this purpose.
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One of the major hobbies that has a tendency to be identified with geeks is comic book collecting. Comic books are actually associated with childhood interest thus fully grown adults who continue on with the hobby are not very many. They constitute a unique group of people who opted to pursue their interest on a much higher level than a childhood collection.
Collectors of any kind are a league of their own. They pursue their interest with so much passion and dedication that could put to shame any childish obsession. The good thing about most collectors is that they have found more reason to continue on while gaining some professional appreciation or even financial profit.
The intense interest in collecting comic books started during the height of the popularity of superhero characters such as Superman and Batman. Marvel Comics and DC Comics have always dominated the comics publishing industry. Even now, both publishers have brought their characters into the movie world, allowing them to expand their audience reach.
The renewed and larger interest of people on these characters cannot make comics collector any happier. The continued exposure of characters in modern presentations help create more awareness helping perpetuate ideas that could have long been forgotten by the ordinary workings of time. Collectors knew for a fact that their collections tend to appreciate more as more interest is created pertaining to the subject.
If comics collecting is a geeky hobby, it must be noted that it is something that can provide satisfaction and profit. Some collectors are also into collecting comic book original art which is a separate and distinct interest.
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Teresa likes collecting stamps and postcards.
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Geeks don’t just exist in the real world. They’re also on television.
In fact, thanks to cable TV shows, these so-called nerds have become very popular these days. Unlike in the past when they were looked down, geeks shown on TV today have a more positive image especially in the area of finding solutions (including the use of technology) to problems. And take note, they have become the popular character while the good looking guys play only supporting roles.
A popular geek character on television is Sheldon of The Big Bang Theory. Since 2008, this guy has gained a lot of fans owing to his unique personality and that includes his humor. Based on votes on the show’s official website, Sheldon is the most popular character in the show.
But geeks on television these days go beyond just the characters. There’s also a cable TV network, channel, show and a TV movie.
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True to the tradition of geeky vacation destinations, one must not only enjoy but learn something as well. Most family destinations can be termed geeky in a way although more of the geeky fun. If one wishes to stay true to nature, there are actually geeky vacation tours which one can join. Museums and Life [...]
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