1. 01-12-11 05:47 AM #1
    Ace_of_Spades
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    Did Gambling Teach You How To Use A Computer?

    No, just the generation for me.
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  2. 01-12-11 07:17 AM #2
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    This is a good question, well more specifically did it help you learn how to use the internet, and for the most part yes.
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  3. 01-12-11 07:20 AM #3
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    Luckily I wasn't into gambling as a five year old.
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  4. 01-12-11 07:38 AM #4
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    Pretty much. Still don't know how to do a lot of stuff others just do. Like to know more but don't want to take the time.
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  5. 01-12-11 07:44 AM #5
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    I think I learned on the commodore 64 a few years prior to my offshore career.
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  6. 01-12-11 08:17 AM #6
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    No doubt. Never owned a comp until ESB sports went online. Not long after that i began to try to find nerd/geek friends.
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  7. 01-12-11 08:31 AM #7
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    yes for internet

    I only got one because it was gambling driven
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  8. 01-12-11 08:34 AM #8
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    Absolutely. I was already an old guy nearing retirement and would tell people that I'm never gonna own one of these fukkin things. When I found out I could bet sports online, I bought a computer within several days. Still don't know how to use it other than the very basics really cause I don't want to.

    Betting sports online is a great blessing in your retirement years. Great pastime that keeps your mind somewhat sharp.
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  9. 01-12-11 08:56 AM #9
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    Quote Originally Posted by Ace_of_Spades View Post
    No, just the generation for me.
    Nope, Oregon Trail did. I killed a shitload of buffalo, approx. 681 lbs worth. Unfortunately I could only take 45lbs with me
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  10. 01-12-11 08:59 AM #10
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    no, but gambling has caused me to pawn it a few times
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  11. 01-12-11 09:33 AM #11
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    what a stupid question
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  12. 01-12-11 09:56 AM #12
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    I learned some computer skills through employee training. Also used computers at the public library and local community college. Finally purchased a computer six years ago. The motivation was strictly for gambling purposes and information. Gambling didn't teach me my feeble computer skills at all. But it gives them plenty of practice.
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  13. 01-12-11 10:09 AM #13
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    Quote Originally Posted by Ninersnut View Post
    Nope, Oregon Trail did. I killed a shitload of buffalo, approx. 681 lbs worth. Unfortunately I could only take 45lbs with me
    oregon tail ftmfw

    also number munchers and carmen sandiego
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  14. 01-12-11 10:10 AM #14
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    Quote Originally Posted by blackbeSSt View Post
    oregon tail ftmfw also number munchers and carmen sandiego
    god damn word and number munchers. Life was so simple back then.
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  15. 01-12-11 10:13 AM #15
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    Quote Originally Posted by Ninersnut View Post
    god damn word and number munchers. Life was so simple back then.
    there was another one back when i was in 5th grade that had something to do with a robot in a school i think. i gotta find that shit now!
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  16. 01-12-11 10:22 AM #16
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    I learned more.
    I probably wouldn't have a computer if it wasn't for online gambling.
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  17. 01-12-11 11:04 AM #17
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    you have to be a true degen to learn how to use a comp strickly from gambling.

    the powers of a comp. offer so much more then more gambling options.

    like porn and free music, for instance.
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  18. 01-12-11 11:27 AM #18
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    No. Grew up with computers, my Dad always had them.

    Crazy the price difference of one from the 80's to now, and they couldn't really do much back then.
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