Another thailand thread...where should I live?

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Inspired by all the other thailand threads.....

Where should I live?

I want...
-At last some people that speak decent english, but I want to keep the ratio of normal people to 40yr old Brittish guys looking for whores at a minimum.
-I need a Good internet connection to play that sweet sweet game that is allowing me to live there
-I would like nice beaches, particularily one for surfing
-I want to feel safe in and around my house.
-I can afford around $600-1000 for rent but from what I understand living somewhere for $100-$200 would probably be ok, I guess you could say I am pretty bohemian in some ways and feeling rich would be OK, but not necessary.
-is it easy to meet people there to talk to, not just girls but just people to hang out with?
+any other good things about thailand that you guys know that should be on my list. If any knowledge people want to PM me I would like to talk on AIM or something maybe.

Thanks again OOT