It's funny but I've always thought it was 'geek' which was the cooler, off-beat, term. Nerd seemed to be a derogatory term. I'm the UK though so it may differ culturally.
Having said that I think Vonmoxie nails it when she says:
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Originally Posted by vonmoxie
The thing is, they can be used either way. Affectionately, or insultingly. If you're really not sure of the person's intent, maybe assume the best?
Personally, I take almost everything as a compliment. Because even when people are trying to challenge me, I figure it's because they see me as worth challenging. If they're trying to take me down a notch, it's because of something in them that's unfulfilled.
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