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Basically if anybody cold calls me for any reason at all they're an asshole up to no good.


Back in the day, when companies tried to get you to switch long distance providers, I had a cold caller call just as I was heading out...

Cold caller: Hi. Would you like to save money on your long distance bills?

Me: No.

Cold caller: Ummmmm. Ohhh Kay...

Me: Bye

Took them out of their opening book in one move.

Check and mate.


I get a lot of door-to-door salesmen offering window replacements.

I just tell them "We're a Linux household, no interest in windows" and slam the door. I think the look of bewilderment is worth it.




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