beige box

technology computing telephony

"Beige box" can refer to old personal computers or a device used in phone hacking, depending on the context.

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Definition

B2Computing

(informal, derogatory)A desktop computer from the 1980s and 1990s with an off-white case and CRT monitor, often considered outdated.

Example

He still uses a beige box for his retro gaming setup.
That old beige box in the corner hasn't been turned on in years.

C1Telephony

(technical, hacking)A modified telephone with clips used to tap into phone lines for unauthorized access.

Example

The hacker used a beige box to listen in on private conversations.
Phreakers often relied on beige boxes to manipulate phone lines.

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