Dilbert cartoon first published on Thursday 14th September 2000

Dilbert//4170, first published 26 years ago on Thursday 14th September 2000

Tags

email addiction monkey on back resist key board with foot

Open source transcript

I HAVE AN EMAIL MONKEY ON MY BACK, BUT I CAN QUIT WHENEVER I WANT.

I DON'T NEED TO CHECK IT EVERY MINUTE. I CAN RESIST.

BUT LOOK! THE STUPID MONKEY HIT MY KEYBOARD WITH HIS FOOT!

collated from github.com/jvarn/dilbert-archive

AI Analysis

The comic strip is titled "Stupid Monkey" and features Dilbert, a character known for his sarcastic and humorous take on office life. The story revolves around Dilbert's frustration with an e-mail monkey that he has installed on his computer to remind him to quit smoking. However, the monkey becomes a nuisance, constantly interrupting Dilbert's work and making him feel like he's being watched.

Key Points:

• The e-mail monkey is a tool designed to help Dilbert quit smoking by sending him reminders and motivational messages.
• The monkey becomes a source of frustration for Dilbert, who feels like he's being constantly watched and judged.
• The comic strip pokes fun at the idea of using technology to try to change one's behavior, and the potential consequences of relying too heavily on such tools.
• The story is a humorous commentary on the challenges of quitting smoking and the importance of finding healthy ways to manage stress and stay motivated.

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