Dilbert cartoon first published on Friday 24th August 2018

Dilbert//10723, first published eight years ago on Friday 24th August 2018

Uses Bumper Sticker Wisdom

Tags

dilbert, the boss, permission, bumper stickers, forgive

Official transcript

The Boss: Dilbert, did you reconfigure the server without my permission?

originally published on dilbert.com

Open source transcript

, DID YOU RECONFIGURE THE SERVER WITHOUT MY PERMISSION?

LET ME CONSULT MY COLLECTION OF BUMPER STICKERS FOR AN ANSWER.

"IT IS EASIER TO ASK FORGIVENESS THAN PERMISSION." OKAY, THAT SOUNDS RIGHT.

collated from github.com/jvarn/dilbert-archive

AI Analysis

The title of this comic strip is "Reconfiguration Permission."

Scene Overview

The comic strip features Dilbert, a character known for his sarcastic wit and workplace frustrations, in a conversation with his boss, Wally. The scene unfolds as follows:

• Dilbert asks Wally if he reconfigured the server without his permission.
• Wally responds that he did, but only after Dilbert gave him permission to do so.
• Dilbert is skeptical and asks Wally to consult his collection of bumper stickers for an answer.
• Wally shows Dilbert a sticker that reads, "It is easier to ask forgiveness than permission."
• Dilbert is unimpressed and says, "Okay, that sounds right."

Humor and Commentary

The humor in this comic strip lies in the absurdity of Wally's response and the clever use of the bumper sticker as a punchline. The commentary on the comic strip is that it pokes fun at the common workplace scenario where employees may take liberties with their work without seeking permission, and the difficulty of holding them accountable for their actions. The use of the bumper sticker adds a layer of irony and cleverness to the joke, highlighting the idea that some people may prioritize convenience over following proper protocols. Overall, the comic strip provides a humorous take on a relatable workplace scenario, using clever wordplay and visual humor to make its point.

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