#Learn what [[Develop Software|software]] is. Software is the stuff that makes the computer work and it includes the applications, protocols, and the operating system.[[Image:Be a Computer Geek Step 2.jpg|center]]
#Learn the [[Check Computer Specifications|specs]] (technical specifications) of your computer. There are some programs one can use in order to learn the specific specs a computer has, if you do not know off-hand. E.g. CPU-Z.[[Image:Be a Computer Geek Step 3.jpg|center]]
#[[Use the Command Line Interface|Learn to use your computer's command line]], but use it when you need to. Learning to use your computer's command line (MS DOS Prompt/Command Prompt in Windows, Terminal or Konsole in Linux) is essential to at least boosting your efficiency on your computer. In Windows, the DOS prompt isn't especially useful, but it's a good idea to know how to use it. However, in Linux or UNIX, Mac or BSD, or other Unix-like operating systems, it is important to be able to use the command line so that you can work more efficiently via bash scripts.[[Image:Be a Computer Geek Step 4.jpg|center]]
#Learn to [[Type|type]] without looking at the keyboard. This isn't especially important, but this will definitely boost your efficiency at the computer, and make yourself look more sensible.[[Image:Be a Computer Geek Step 5.jpg|center]]
#[[Ask a Question Intelligently|Ask]]. If someone does something on a computer that you would like to know, ask them about it.[[Image:Be a Computer Geek Step 6.jpg|center]]
#[[Learn a Programming Language|Learn a programming language]]. This is one of the most important things to do. Don't confuse certain types of languages with others. Interpreted languages like BASIC aren't very good for true computer programming, but if all you want to do is write a simple computer game, it's fine. HTML or CSS are for web pages, and it's a good idea to know them, but they won't be especially useful for really programming your computer. It is recommended that you learn the scripting language of your prompt (e.g. Bash) as that will bring power and simplicity for a novice programmer and admin. However, you may learn any language you like.[[Image:Be a Computer Geek Step 7.jpg|center]]
#Start learning basic [[Troubleshoot a Computer|repair]] procedures. This can help you out a lot if your or someone else's computer breaks down, which will also increase your reputation as a computer geek. You may learn the advanced methods, but that may require lessons from an actual computer geek.[[Image:Be a Computer Geek Step 8.jpg|center]]
#Work with others with their [[Diagnose a Computer Problem|computer problems]]. By interacting with other [[Maintain Your Computer|PC]] users, you may find that they know things that you don't and vice versa. However, as a computer geek wannabe, you'll want to know more about computer than your friends, at any given time.[[Image:Be a Computer Geek Step 9.jpg|center]]
#[[Clean up a Computer & Fix Problems for Free|Help others]] out with their computer problems. Not only will you build a name for yourself, but it is good practice and can help you learn about situations and problems you have not encountered before.[[Image:Be a Computer Geek Step 10.jpg|center]]
#[[Install Drivers for Hardware from a Website|Learn how to install and upgrade drivers for various hardware types]]. This will come in handy when you re-install your Operating System.[[Image:Be a Computer Geek Step 11.jpg|center]]
#Learn to recognize [[Detect Malware|malware]] (computer viruses, spyware and the other nasty stuff) before running the daily antivirus/antispyware scans.[[Image:Be a Computer Geek Step 12.jpg|center]]
#Use a restrictive [[Protect Your Computer With a Firewall|firewall]], that would cause normal people to cry because they don't understand how to use it. Of course, you should know how to use it![[Image:Be a Computer Geek Step 13.jpg|center]]
#Use an [[Install Open Source Software|Open Source Operating System]]. Most computer geeks will use an open OS such as *[[Use BSD as a Desktop Operating System|BSD]] or [[Use Linux|Linux]], because it is (usually) free and allows them to do geeky stuff such as [[Program|programming]], [[Run A Webserver From Your Computer|running servers]] and using a command line interface (CLI).[[Image:Be a Computer Geek Step 14.jpg|center]]
#[[Use Keyboard Shortcuts|Use Shortcuts]]. It is important to know shortcuts as it shaves off valuable seconds of your precious time.[[Image:Be a Computer Geek Step 15.jpg|center]]
#[[Become a Hacker|Know the inner workings of the Internet, and how to use them]].[[Image:Be a Computer Geek Step 16.jpg|center]]
#Remember to keep things simple. Skip overwhelming or overly-complicated ideas. Instead, focus on learning the knowledge and skills you may need to accomplish a big idea in the future.[[Image:Be a Computer Geek Step 17.jpg|center]]
#[[Become a Computer Expert|Expand your knowledge]]. Computer geeks aren't too smart to learn something new about computers. True computer geeks are always learning, and when they don't understand, always asking for help. Collect knowledge. Put things together. Read articles on Wikipedia, join computer forums for your programming language or just regular forums, and ask questions. If you have trouble learning, write things down and quiz yourself. Whatever your methods, be sure to be continuously learning more about computers.[[Image:Be a Computer Geek Step 18.jpg|center]]
#Certain kinds of [[Learn Math|math]] are very important to geeks. One bit of data is a binary digit - a one or a zero. Eight bits make a byte. Learn how many bytes are in a kilobyte (KB), megabyte (MB), gigabyte (GB) and so on. While most people think that there are 1024 megabytes in a gigabyte, there actually aren't. There are exactly 1000 megabytes in a gigabyte. The things that most people are speaking about are gigabytes and megabytes. Do some research on the topic of data storage. Once you have that down, get comfortable with [[Read Binary|binary]]. From there, learn to use octal and [[understand Hexadecimal|hexadecimal]], and how to convert from one base to another. When you understand why programmers always get Christmas and Halloween mixed up, you're well on your way to becoming a true geek.[[Image:Be a Computer Geek Step 19.jpg|center]]
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