“The internet isn’t working on my computer.”
Thank God my full time job isn’t tech support. If it were, I’d have to fight the urge to slit my wrists each time I heard those words.
It’s bad enough I’m the internal IT person in our office, and I do hear them once every couple weeks. There isn’t much else that drives me more batty than a co-worker coming to my office, or stopping me in the hallway and that being the only thing out of their mouth. I have to take a calming breath each time because I know they’ve done nothing to resolve the issue on their own. It really irks me when the person saying this is at least partially technologically savvy, because it just means their too damn lazy to: 1., try more than one website. 2., see if their email is working - because if it is, obviously our network connectivity isn’t the problem. 3., check the ethernet cable on the back of their computer (ok, that may be a bit much to ask especially if their computer isn’t easily accessible, but those green and orange lights really do speak volumes). or, 4., (and this is the EASIEST of them all) restart your computer.
I don’t know… I think I’m just in an ultra bitchy mood after what happened with the boss this morning. But, really, it doesn’t seem like rocket science to me and I’m not certified in anything IT. People instantly go into panic mode and can’t function for themselves when websites stop loading on their computer. :no:
By Cheryl, August 24, 2007 @ 2:20 pm
Anyone that has a job requiring them to use a computer needs to take a class on PC basics. Period. Wouldn’t you agree?
Sorry you’re so bitchy, but…isn’t that normal? :kissy:
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By Amber, August 24, 2007 @ 2:24 pm
Yuck foo. I’m sweet and nice and you know it! :devil:
But, yes, I agree… Computer Use 101 should be a requirement nowadays. Seriously.
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By Cheryl, August 24, 2007 @ 2:42 pm
Ha! Whatever. :laugh:
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By Amber, August 24, 2007 @ 2:46 pm
Shh! I actually have some people fooled! :thinking:
Really, though…I’m nice, I just have bitch tendencies. :bounce:
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By Cheryl, August 24, 2007 @ 3:01 pm
No, you’re a bitch that has nice tendencies…on small occasion. :kissy:
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By Amber, August 24, 2007 @ 3:08 pm
Oh, right. Thanks for reminding me. I get dyslexic from time to time. :wink:
I’m such a bitch, it’s a wonder I have any friends.
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