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[-] mcv@lemmy.zip 7 points 2 weeks ago

Good thing we got rid of the modems that let them to vocalise their screams.

[-] trebach@sh.itjust.works 7 points 2 weeks ago

Did you not know about the magical incantations that would silence them? The AT codes for the modem were a lifesaver if you were trying to get on the internet without anyone knowing.

[-] grrgyle@slrpnk.net 4 points 2 weeks ago

Could've sure used this back in the day

this post was submitted on 22 Sep 2026
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