I understand this. I just smile when they make the comparison, after all at least they are caring enough to ask and listen.

- On a similar note, the word 'Hacker' on this forum, generally refers to someone who lives and breathes code. However, outside of this community many refer to the term 'Hacker' as being a malicious person.

Therefore, whenever I have mentioned the 'Hacker News' community to anyone in my profession they usually look at me as if I've just admitted to partaking in criminal activities. Perhaps it's just a British thing?