I think a lot of people are frightened of technology and frightened of change, and the way to deal with something you're frightened of is to make fun of it. That's why science fiction fans are dismissed as geeks and nerds.

Summary

This quote highlights the fear and resistance that some individuals have towards technology and change. It suggests that people often cope with their fears by ridiculing or trivializing the concept they are afraid of, using humor as a defense mechanism. In the context of technology, this fear is often directed towards science fiction fans who are labeled as geeks and nerds due to their enthusiasm for imagined technological advancements. The quote implies that such dismissal is a result of society's discomfort and apprehension towards new technologies.

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