satindesire
Queen of Geeks
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'When John Atanasoff and Clifford Berry developed the first digital computing machine at Iowa State University in 1937, little did they know that their invention would become an integral part of a sophisticated worldwide cat picture distribution system.' --David Burge
Just in case any of you guys have lived under a rock for the last hundred years or so, the popularity of the domestic feline as pets and their rocketing stardom into internet super-fame has become somewhat of a notable social meme.
In my opinion, cats are popular on the internet because of a few reasons. Mainly, the interbone is full of nerds like myself who want an affectionate animal companion without the hassles of actually having to go outside multiple times a day for walks. For people with health issues that makes getting outside a chore in itself, cats are ideal pets. And...For anti-social geeks like myself, the cat is a perfect choice.
Pair that with the fact that the internet is now the main source of socialization that many people get these days, and add the expressive and easy anthropomorphizing of our furry friends, and you have extremely relate-able and enjoyable media. In Short, LOLCats.
So...in your opinion, why are cats so popular on the intertubes?
Just in case any of you guys have lived under a rock for the last hundred years or so, the popularity of the domestic feline as pets and their rocketing stardom into internet super-fame has become somewhat of a notable social meme.
In my opinion, cats are popular on the internet because of a few reasons. Mainly, the interbone is full of nerds like myself who want an affectionate animal companion without the hassles of actually having to go outside multiple times a day for walks. For people with health issues that makes getting outside a chore in itself, cats are ideal pets. And...For anti-social geeks like myself, the cat is a perfect choice.
Pair that with the fact that the internet is now the main source of socialization that many people get these days, and add the expressive and easy anthropomorphizing of our furry friends, and you have extremely relate-able and enjoyable media. In Short, LOLCats.
So...in your opinion, why are cats so popular on the intertubes?
