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The definition of a geek according to Merriam-Webster:

3 : an enthusiast or expert especially in a technological field or activity (i.e.- computer geek). Its etymology is from the term for a carnival performer often billed as a wild man whose act usually includes biting the head off a live chicken or snake.

The definition of a nerd according to Merriam-Webster:

1 : an unstylish, unattractive, or socially inept person; especially : one slavishly devoted to intellectual or academic pursuits (i.e.- computer nerds). Its etymology is from the term for a creature in the children’s book If I Ran the Zoo (1950) by Dr. Seuss (Theodor Geisel).

This was brought to my attention by this week’s Security Now podcast.

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