PC's serial number

After a caller gave a technician her PC's serial number, he scanned a database of registered users and responded, "I see you have an Aptiva" desktop unit.

Before he could say another word, the caller shrieked and said she'd be right back.

When the customer returned, the technician asked if she was all right.

The caller responded: "Had I realized you could see me, I never would have telephoned in my bathrobe."