Weren’t computers supposed to make our lives easier?

Them To dial an extension, press 1 now
Me 1
Them Please enter the five-digit extension number now
Me *****
Them If you know the five-digit extension of the person you wish to reach, press 1
Me 1
Them Please enter the five-digit extension number now
Me *****
Them If you know the five-digit extension of the person you wish to reach, press 1
Me 1
Them Please enter the five-digit extension number now
Me *****
Them If you know the five-digit extension of the person you wish to reach, press 1
Me swears profusely and hangs up