Girlfriend called asking for help with computer

[MrMatt]

Originally posted by: Common Courtesy
1) It is possible that the connection that she is stealing/borrowing from has problems from the router into the modem or the modem to the real world.

Such used to happen all the time where I am.
I had to reset the modem and router after every storm came through. I finally got the cable company to provide a new modem.

Yeah I honestly don't know much about wireless networking, that's probably the one field in the IT spectrum I'm pretty much clueless about.

Originally posted by: jjsole
Looks like a hook got stuck in her eyebrow. Does she do any bass fishing?

AAAAAAAAAAAAAHAHAHHHA

I always say stuff like that "Oh shit! Did a grenade go off in your apartment today?? You have some shrapnel by your eye" I'm using that bass fishing line next time I see her

 

[MrMatt]

Originally posted by: VirtualLarry
Is it now cool to refuse to help with computer problems?

It used to be, you were happy to have to prove your nerdship to people in need. At least I thought so.

I used to be happy to, but I seriously got worn out by constantly being badgered by people doing retarded shit despite my advice

 

[Hacp]

Pics of computer with racy wallpaper.

Btw, give me her number. I'll make sure she gets some help. A new wireless dongle should do the trick.

 

[Barfo]

Well done

 

[SunnyD]

Originally posted by: KingGheedora
1. Hot, good job posting pics. Permission to fap?

2. Too late.

:laugh:

Originally posted by: Hacp
Pics of computer with racy wallpaper.

Btw, give me her number. I'll make sure she gets some help. A new wireless dongle should do the trick.

Detachable penis? Lol wut?

 

[zerocool1]

Originally posted by: Clair de Lune
Are we supposed to give you a cookie for following the ATOT trend of 'Never help anyone with PCs'?

Yes, you become everyone's computer bitch if you help your uncle, aunt, cousin, friends and everyone. I help out my GF and my parents with computers because they're close to me. I'd rather do that then they go to dumbshits at Geeksquad and shelling out $$$.

this?

 

[zerocool1]

Originally posted by: KingGheedora

4. Tell her to get Verizon MiFi or other similar service.

how much is that?

 

[Pepsei]

do this... have her upgrade to a HTC diamond or touch pro, sign up to $30 a month unlimited data plan, load wmwifirouter on said phone...
you now have unlimited wireless access pointer where ever you have cell signal.

 

[drum]

Originally posted by: Gothgar
you didn't do it all for the nookie?

come on the nookie?

you know what to do

 

[EricMartello]

The reason you're having problems "helping" people is that you're doing it for free. L2Captilize and tell them you will help them but they'll have to pay for your time. As for your GF, dude, just help her out and stop being a wise and beautiful woman.

 

[SpunkyJones]

Originally posted by: TallBill
Trade the repair for anal.

TallBill for President! He knows what the people really want.

 

[Stuxnet]

We care why?

 

[MrMatt]

Originally posted by: jbourne77
We care why?

because when I shine, you shine.

 

[PingSpike]

Originally posted by: Brainonska511
Aren't apartments generally required by local municiple codes required to be wired with at least one phone jack for phone service?

And no offense, but your GF sounds like a moron or just one of those helpless people that push stuff onto other people because of (insert excuse); couldn't figure out how to set up an appointment with the cable company? Give me a freakin' break; they arrange it with you over the phone when you order it. :roll:

Yeah, I was going to say you pretty much have to help your SO with computer shit, its just an exception to the "no speaka english" defense against computer help mooches...but it sounds like you've put about as much effort as she has into fixing the internet problem. I mean, what is she going to say next...that she doesn't know how to dial a telephone number?

 

[PingSpike]

Originally posted by: Aikouka
Never help people with computer problems. Not to mention people think you can solve a computer problem with descriptions like, "it makes a funny noise." (Actually that one is a decent thing to start with, but you get what I mean).

"My computer is acting weird."
"Buy a new one."

 

[SP33Demon]

So let me get this straight, she's stealing internet and then complains when it's not working? That's like a burglar who sues after getting their ass beat. Just SIIHB and then get a new g/f that can afford internet, you'll be a lot happier.

 

[BoomerD]

Don't be surprised if she turns down your request for help with a raging hard-on...

"Sorry sweetie, I can't help you in any way shape or form, you probably know more than me about your peenor."

 

[VirtualLarry]

Originally posted by: Pepsei
do this... have her upgrade to a HTC diamond or touch pro, sign up to $30 a month unlimited data plan, load wmwifirouter on said phone...
you now have unlimited wireless access pointer where ever you have cell signal.

I've wondered about doing something like that. I have a Samsung phone with WiFi, on Tmobile GSM network, with $6.99/mo T-zones unlimited plan. Unfortunately, my phone has no such functionality to act as a mobile wifi router. Or could it, where can I find out more about wmwifirouter?

Edit: Darn, only for "Windows Mobile" devices.

 

[will889]

You should have fixed the puter 100% then gleamed in heavenly bask of the hi-pro glow. That's how that works.

 

[Whoozyerdaddy]

Originally posted by: TallBill
Trade the repair for anal.

says the recently divorced guy... :thumbsup: