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Old 07-18-2005, 01:27 PM
SuitedSixes SuitedSixes is offline
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Default Were we more stupider before the internet?

What did we use to do when we didn't know something? We sure as hell didn't go running to the library every time we needed to know something.

Like last week I needed to know how to clean crayon out of a dryer drum (don't ask). Google told me in two seconds. What would I have done before Al Gore's information super highway?

And am I the only one who misses the fact that I used to actually get something out of reading the morning newspaper?
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Old 07-18-2005, 01:28 PM
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Default Re: Were we more stupider before the internet?

I'd say we were much much smarter before the Internet. Being forced to read the paper, read books etc. developed the brain more than simply typing it into Google. But I guess if you define smarter as looking up misc. factoids with much ease I guess we're smarter...

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Old 07-18-2005, 01:29 PM
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Default Re: Were we more stupider before the internet?

I'd have to say so. Everyday people now have an unlimited amount of information at their fingertips.
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Old 07-18-2005, 01:32 PM
Patrick del Poker Grande Patrick del Poker Grande is offline
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Default Re: Were we more stupider before the internet?

I guess you would've had to call and ask your mom how to get crayon out of your dryer.
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Old 07-18-2005, 01:34 PM
SuitedSixes SuitedSixes is offline
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Default Re: Were we more stupider before the internet?

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I guess you would've had to call and ask your mom how to get crayon out of your dryer.

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I did and she didn't know. FWIW, the answer is WD-40.
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Old 07-18-2005, 01:36 PM
Patrick del Poker Grande Patrick del Poker Grande is offline
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Default Re: Were we more stupider before the internet?

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I guess you would've had to call and ask your mom how to get crayon out of your dryer.

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I did and she didn't know. FWIW, the answer is WD-40.

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Then you would've had to fall back on the old knowledge that the answer is always WD-40. Before the internet, people knew this.
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Old 07-18-2005, 04:08 PM
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Default Re: Were we more stupider before the internet?

WD-40
~Protects silver from tarnishing
~Cleans and lubricates guitar strings
~Gets oil spots off concrete driveways
~Gives floors that 'just-waxed' sheen without making it slippery
~Restores and cleans chalkboards
~Removes lipstick stains
~Loosens stubborn zippers
~Untangles jewelry chains
~Removes stains from stainless steel sinks
~Removes dirt and grime from the barbecue grill
~Keeps ceramic/terra cotta garden pots from oxidizing
~Removes tomato stains from clothing
~Keeps glass shower doors free of water spots
~Camouflages scratches in ceramic and marble floors
~Keeps scissors working smoothly
~Lubricates noisy door hinges on vehicles and doors in homes
~Gives a children's play gym slide a shine for a super fast slide
~Lubricates gear shift and mower deck lever for ease of handling on riding mowers
~Rids rocking chairs and swings of squeaky noises
~Lubricates tracks in sticking home windows and makes them easier to open
~Spraying an umbrella stem makes it easier to open and close
~Restores and cleans padded leather dashboards and vinyl bumpers
~Restores and cleans roof racks on vehicles
~Lubricates and stops squeaks in electric fans
~Lubricates wheel sprockets on tricycles, wagons and bicycles for easy handling
~Lubricates fan belts on washers and dryers and keeps them running smoothly
~Keeps rust from forming on saws and saw blades, and other tools
~Removes splattered grease on stove
~Keeps bathroom mirror from fogging
~Lubricates prosthetic limbs
~Keeps pigeons off the balcony (they hate the smell)
~Removes all traces of duct tape
~Spray it on arms, hands, and knees to relieve arthritis pain.
~WD-40 attracts fish. Spray a LITTLE on live bait or lures.
~Use it for fire ant bites. It takes the sting away immediately, and stops the itch.
~WD-40 is great for removing crayon from walls. Spray on the mark and wipe with a clean rag.
~Saturate the lipstick spots with WD-40 and rewash.
~Spray WD-40 on the distributor cap and it will displace the moisture and allow the car to start.
~Removes black scuff marks from the kitchen floor. Remember to open some windows if you have a lot of marks.
~Bug guts will eat away the finish on your car if not removed quickly!
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Old 07-18-2005, 04:09 PM
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Default Re: Were we more stupider before the internet?

If it's possible, I think people are more informed and also more stupid than they were before the internet.
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Old 07-18-2005, 04:10 PM
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that clown al gore didnt invent the internet
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Old 07-18-2005, 04:17 PM
2+2 wannabe 2+2 wannabe is offline
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Default Re: Were we more stupider before the internet?

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i find it funny that this is the title of the thread

we must have been pretty stupid before
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