I’ve decided that the only explanation is that computers are like dogs and can sense your fear. I am not scared of computers and I think they know it. In the game of chicken with a recalcitrant PC, I am the alpha male. I do not blink first and so the computer decides it is better off trying to be my friend and start sucking up to me big time. This is of course a very useful skill and not one to be humble about. Every PC in the surrounding area needs to be aware of your reputation amongst the PC hierarchy and you need to ensure that you totally believe it yourself or they will know. Remember, you are the boss, you are DA MAN (in a non gender specific sense). If your computer is misbehaving, growling at you, maybe even biting, do NOT start letting it on the bed or eating from the table. You have to be clear who is boss and show no fear.

Office Rocker! : Why computers are like dogs

Good point from Darren, although kicking computers has rarely produced the desired effect. If fact, I’m surprised this particular tactic hasn’t killed any hard disks yet… or maybe I need some steel toe caps

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