Turing Test

[lumberjim]

It's only a pound sign when you're pressing buttons for phone prompts.

[wolf]

Originally Posted by lumberjim

It's only a pound sign when you're pressing buttons for phone prompts.

Because when confronted by 10 different single digit numbers, it would be far too confusing to call it a number sign.

[tw]

Originally Posted by lumberjim

It's only a pound sign when you're pressing buttons for phone prompts.

Callers to Directory Assistance in 1970s Los Angles learned of another key only available on newer telephones.

Mitnick diverted directory assistance and answering operator calls by saying, "Yes, that number is eight-seven-five-zero and a half. Do you know how to dial the half, ma'am?"