Peanuts

I just have a few things to say about peanuts. First off, why are the shells so salty? I know you are not supposed to eat them, but I still want to know. Second- why are they textured like waffles? I don't suppose that anyone can answer these except God. Hmm. Here's my last one- WHO IN THE WORLD NAMED THESE THINGS, ANYWAY??!!??!?!? I mean, come on people- PEA-nuts?!? PEE-nuts?!? What a goof.