FReeper Canteen ~ What is your Favorite Computer or Laptop Story? ~ October 25, 2005

You're so funny! Actually I don't think they've had the keywords on the sidebar very long. I think they've been at the top for a long time!

I'm not watching CSI--those are re-runs. I'm waiting 30 more minutes for NCIS to start on CBS. It's a good show.

1,001 posted on 10/25/2005 4:29:16 PM PDT by luvie (...democracy, when it grows, is not a fragile flower, it's a healthy, sturdy tree.GWBush 10-25-05)

To: 68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub

Okay ... until recently, I was a technical support person for one of the world's largest computer makers. I was the person who (ultimately) answered the phone when you called for help.

This call came in several years ago when I was supporting portable computers --- "laptops" to you laymen. I didn't take this particular call, but I was sitting across the aisle from the man who did. The call was recorded, and we all listened to it and laughed later.

I didn't realize it at the time, but this is a classic example of the liberal "thought" process.

Tech: Hello, thank you for calling []. My name is []. How can I help you today?

Caller: Hello, []. This is [a female professor at Berkeley].

Tech: Oh, yes, []! Are you still having trouble with your [top-of-the-line] portable?

Caller: (a small chuckle) Not any more!

Tech: (a little confused; the notes said that the customer should have formatted the hard drive and reinstalled Windows, and the customer had wanted the whole computer replaced when she last spoke to Tech Support.) Oh? Well, I'm glad you got it to work ...

Caller: Oh, no, it still isn't working.

Tech: (confused) But you said it wasn't giving you any more trouble ...?

Caller: It's not. You said the [special insurance] coverage would cover replacing the computer if I spilled liquid on the keyboard?

Tech: (wary now) ... yes ...?

Caller: (triumphantly) Well, the keyboard got wet, so the computer needs to be replaced!

Tech: Okaaay ... and what did you spill on the keyboard?

Caller: Urine!

Tech: ... wha ...?

Caller: I p**d on it! Made me feel a lot better!

Tech: (outraged) That's not covered!

Caller: Yes, it is! You said ...

Tech: (now the triumphant one) Yes, but the spill has to be an accident!

Much arguing back and forth, hold music, and reading of warranties. Finally, the customer agrees that p***ing on the portable computer is not an accidental spill of liquid on the keyboard.

Caller: All right, all right. How much will I have to pay to replace the keyboard and motherboard?

Tech: We can't send a tech out to replace anything on that computer.

Caller: (growing incensed again) ... But ...!

Tech: (who has been prepped by a manager) Ma'am, that system is now a biohazard, and our on-site techs aren't licensed to repair it. Neither are our depot techs. You'll have to find a local tech to clean it and fix it. However, this computer will not be re-certified; if I were you, I'd buy another.

Of course, the portable belonged to Berkeley, not to her; and I'm sure she just ordered another one.

Liberal-think at work: I destroyed something that, with a little effort, would have worked just fine, but who cares? The destruction made me feel better, and the government will buy me another!

1,002 posted on 10/25/2005 4:34:00 PM PDT by Rose in RoseBear (HHD [... liberals are scaaaaary! ...])

To: MoJo2001; Fawnn; Spotsy; StarCMC; LUV W; Kathy in Alaska; All

Soup Report
2 bowls veggies with beef
Cook #2
End of Soup Report

1,003 posted on 10/25/2005 4:34:01 PM PDT by 68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub (MoJo2001 always wants to know what kind of soup I had at the Coast Guard base.)

To: GodBlessUSA; tomkow6

Actually, I looked at those keywords and it looks like Tom's voices got a-hold of them! ROFL!!!!

1,004 posted on 10/25/2005 4:34:02 PM PDT by luvie (...democracy, when it grows, is not a fragile flower, it's a healthy, sturdy tree.GWBush 10-25-05)

To: 68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub

Yummers..that sounds good, Tonkin! Is that the chef from Alaska?

1,005 posted on 10/25/2005 4:35:09 PM PDT by luvie (...democracy, when it grows, is not a fragile flower, it's a healthy, sturdy tree.GWBush 10-25-05)

To: Kathy in Alaska; MoJo2001; bentfeather; beachn4fun; Fawnn; StarCMC; MS.BEHAVIN; Bethbg79; ...

From the men in the Military and the Canteen

1,006 posted on 10/25/2005 4:35:25 PM PDT by 68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub (Good Evening Ladies)

LOL! They are funny. I have to check them each day. :)

1,007 posted on 10/25/2005 4:36:46 PM PDT by GodBlessUSA (US Troops, past, present and future, God Bless You and Thank You! Prayers said for our Heroes!)

To: Kathy in Alaska

Ma!!!

I miss you!!!

1,008 posted on 10/25/2005 4:38:05 PM PDT by EsmeraldaA

I've never paid any attention to them, but those up there are hilarious! A visitor would think this was the Taliban site! LOL!

1,009 posted on 10/25/2005 4:39:08 PM PDT by luvie (...democracy, when it grows, is not a fragile flower, it's a healthy, sturdy tree.GWBush 10-25-05)

psssst...I added one...guess which one! *giggle*

1,010 posted on 10/25/2005 4:40:37 PM PDT by luvie (...democracy, when it grows, is not a fragile flower, it's a healthy, sturdy tree.GWBush 10-25-05)

To: Rose in RoseBear

THAT is a funny story!

1,011 posted on 10/25/2005 4:41:11 PM PDT by La Enchiladita (Free Republic = the people's think tank.)

To: Rose in RoseBear

1,012 posted on 10/25/2005 4:42:19 PM PDT by luvie (...democracy, when it grows, is not a fragile flower, it's a healthy, sturdy tree.GWBush 10-25-05)

1,013 posted on 10/25/2005 4:43:07 PM PDT by txradioguy (In Memory Of My Friend 1SG Tim Millsap A Co. 70th Eng. K.I.A. 25 April 2005)

Mornin' Tx! How's everything in "beautiful" Camp Casey? (((hugs)))

1,014 posted on 10/25/2005 4:44:08 PM PDT by luvie (...democracy, when it grows, is not a fragile flower, it's a healthy, sturdy tree.GWBush 10-25-05)

Not too bad so far. Get to go into work a little later since I was up early.

1,015 posted on 10/25/2005 4:47:48 PM PDT by txradioguy (In Memory Of My Friend 1SG Tim Millsap A Co. 70th Eng. K.I.A. 25 April 2005)

To: LUV W; Kathy in Alaska; sxytxredhead73

Boxing story for you guys tomorrow.

1,016 posted on 10/25/2005 4:48:28 PM PDT by txradioguy (In Memory Of My Friend 1SG Tim Millsap A Co. 70th Eng. K.I.A. 25 April 2005)

What were you up early doing? Did y'all have exercises or something this morning?

1,017 posted on 10/25/2005 4:48:54 PM PDT by luvie (...democracy, when it grows, is not a fragile flower, it's a healthy, sturdy tree.GWBush 10-25-05)

Thanks for the heads up! I'll be looking for it.

1,018 posted on 10/25/2005 4:49:49 PM PDT by luvie (...democracy, when it grows, is not a fragile flower, it's a healthy, sturdy tree.GWBush 10-25-05)

To: 2LT Radix jr; 68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub; 80 Square Miles; A Ruckus of Dogs; acad1228; AirForceMom; ..

EDWARDS AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- With the American flag emblazoned on its underbelly, the F-117 Nighthawk with tail number 782 flies past spectators at the 2005 Edwards Open House and Air Show. About 120,000 people attended the event Oct. 22. This stealth fighter, the oldest of five prototypes, was hand made before full production of the aircraft started. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jet Fabara)

Just wanted to insert some fun!

1,019 posted on 10/25/2005 4:54:02 PM PDT by SandRat (Duty, Honor, Country. What else needs to be said?)

Boxing story for you guys tomorrow.

You mean the one about Tonya Harding? LOL.

World Series Game 3 starts in a few minutes... GO ASTROS!

1,020 posted on 10/25/2005 4:56:51 PM PDT by La Enchiladita (Free Republic = the people's think tank.)

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