Computer whiz

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Computer Whiz is a mental trait in The Sims 3. It conflicts with the Technophobe trait.

The Sims 3


Computer Whizzes love  spen ding time on the computer. They are great at tinkering with computers and can even  make money as a hacker if they choose.

Attributes

  • Computer Whizzes can hack on the computer between 9PM and 7AM to earn money, see Hacking
  • Computer Whizzes can hack into Venue listings to be able to get into VIP areas without being a celebrity.[TS3:LN]
  • The more a Sim hacks, the better their hacking skill and the more money they will earn.
  • Computer Whizzes have 50% more fun playing computer games than other Sims.
  • Computer Whizzes make friends more easily over the computer.
  • Computer Whizzes will improve their logic skill faster than normal when playing chess on the computer by 10%.
  • Computer Whizzes can overclock computers.
  • Computer Whizzes take 60% less time fixing computer and 25% less time upgrading computer
  • Provides a bonus to Sims writing in the Science Fiction genre.
  • NPCs with this trait are attracted to the following lot assignments: Library

Unlocked interactions

  • 'Talk about Computers' social interaction is available.
  • 'Whiz on Computer' social interaction is available.

Related skill

Computer Whiz Sims

Examples of premade computer whizzes:

Cycl0n3 Sw0rd, Boyd Wainwright, Susan Wainwright, Heathcliff Baker
See also: Category:Computer whizzes

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