otherworldlynob

Linus is a good mom.

I may not be very knowledgeable, but that 8GB RAM is concerning. 16GB is the normal choice.

um not really rare, I just go to the library?

There's a few years until I can work a job.

The rest of the advice is extremely helpful. Thank you. Funny how the most helpful responses come a week after the post.

Anyways, yes, I completely understand this can't be for "schoolwork". I don't know why people suggested that to me or what they expected.

This is a lot of stuff to take in, and I'm sure it will be a little while before I can start wholeheartedly attempting to convince my dad about all of these things; however, it will certainly be interesting what happens when the process begins.

I really appreciate your advice; extremely helpful and gives me a process, a path to take in order to succeed.

I appreciate the feedback. This is some seriously helpful stuff. 

Honestly I understand the need for a break, and I'm planning to go to a LAN center for the first time this weekend to remind myself of why I'm doing what I'm doing- honestly never having a true gaming experience really means you don't know what you want, and giving myself that experience, I believe, will give me the confidence, understanding, and drive to actually accomplish my goals.

As for earning my dad's respect.. that's no direct and straightforward thing. I'm certain that I haven't really been disappointing to him but true respect is another matter. That will take time. A long time. However, if it is the path that must be taken, then it shall be taken.
 

They came from Pakistan and Dubai

No, this isn't violence or anything, just that I suppose they don't understand how modern kids are completely different.

They came from Pakistan and Dubai