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It's not the computers fault; you're just an idiot. Problem Occurs Between Keyboard And Chair. Someone who has no idea how to work a computer. Also used by computer repair people when computers that are perfectly fine are brought in saying that it is not working properly
"My computer isn't working right!"
"What seems to be the problem?"
"The cupholder isn't holding my coffee mug"
"There is no... ohh wait, this must be a POBKAC error; no worries ma'am, we'll fix this for you right away"
POBKAC by robjobbed October 21, 2008
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problem exists between keyboard and chair
The AOL user (being a moron, by definition) could not print in landscape mode; the problem was determined to be pebkac.
pebkac by Gene Saunders July 1, 2003
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Techie acronym: Problem Exists Between Keyboard And Chair. A useful term for demeaning the incompetent competent user without actually saying it to their face.
Techie: This isn't working. I'll have to come over there and fix it in person
Computer user: Really? Why?
It's a PEBKAC issue sir. It's best handled in person.
PEBKAC by KSloper September 28, 2008
Problem Between Keyboard and Chair

The User of the Computer is the problem
No the problem is not WIndows XP its PBKAC
pbkac by Visentinel June 29, 2003
Problem Exists Between Keyboard And Chair - Computer Troubleshooting error description
Felicia your computer is suffering a PEBKAC error...
PEBKAC by vern October 17, 2002
Problem Is Between Keyboard And Chair. Another term used to refer to an id10t or other person who probably should not own a computer.
He says all it does when he double clicks is move the icon around. I think we have a serious case of pibkac.
pibkac by Mathieu Favreau February 15, 2005

Pookachu 

A Pookachu, in not at all related to the popular Pokémon anime syndication though casual observers may think it appears so due to the similarity of spelling and diction, Rather, a Pookachu is a feminine noun indicative of one who possesses an abnormally well developed sense of empathy coupled with an unmistakeable degree of passion, devotion, and commitment for her singular universal soulmate. Extremely rare in nature, she is evidenced by unbreakable dedication, impossible devotion, steamy sexuality, and a tireless commitment to being a true lady in the manner exemmpkified by women in the United States during the first half of 20th century America.
I'd like to introduce you to my wife, my Pookachu.
Pookachu by The mature jester November 6, 2023