Geek Handbook

Mikki Halpin wrote the essay "A Girl's Guide to Geek Guys" for Bunnyhop, and it quickly became an Internet classic, earning Mikki a special place in geekdom. She was editor-in-chief of the online magazine Stim; co-founded the classic 'zine Ben Is Dead; and has written for many publications, including Wired, BookForum, Studio Mix, The Independent, and BUST. She is the author of two books. She lives in New York City.

Jon Katz author of Geeks: How Two Lost Boys Rode the Internet Out of Idaho Timely, funny...genuinely useful....I laughed out loud.

• ContentsChapter One: Getting Started1.1 The Conventions Used in This HandbookWhy "your" geek isn't really yours1.2 How to Use This HandbookReference, maintenance, troubleshooting 1.3 Do I Have a Geek?A helpful diagnostic 1.4 You and Your GeekThe various models and configurations. Features and tips Chapter Two: Basics 2.1 The Inner GeekUnderstanding your geek's emotional landscape 2.2 Communicating with Your GeekThe interpersonal infobahn 2.3 Geek-to-Geek RelationsHow geeks behave in groups. The role of role-playing 2.4 Upgrading Your GeekEncouraging your geek to perform more complicated tasks Chapter Three: Maintenance 3.1 The Importance of Preventive Care"Make the most of the container you've got" 3.2 Your Geek's DietAssessing your geek's dietary needs. Altering your geek's nutritional program 3.3 Your Geek's Cycles and RoutinesRunning on machine time, not biological 3.4 Your Geek's Moving Parts"A fit body is more efficient, honey" 3.5 Common Geek Bugs and Suggestions for FixesNip those nasty start-ups in the bud Chapter Four: Living in a Geek World 4.1 Planning for the FutureYour geek's legacy 4.2 Your Geek's LifespanLife extension and risk management 4.3 Your Geek's Role in the New EconomyLife in a technocracy 4.4 Geek Values Go GlobalHow geek culture can change the world