Zomato Employee's Hilarious Slack Prank Goes Viral, Teaches a Lesson About Leaving Laptops Unlocked
In a lighthearted yet amusing incident at Zomato, an employee named Niharika learned the hard way why leaving your laptop unlocked at work can lead to unexpected surprises. The incident unfolded when Niharika left her desk without locking her laptop, giving one of her mischievous co-workers the perfect opportunity to play a prank.
Taking advantage of the situation, her co-worker sent a message on the company's Slack channel, announcing, "Hey guys, want to share a life update, I am getting married in February. Please be free at 5:00 pm for a small brownie party." The impromptu announcement left Niharika in a tricky situation, but she later found humor in it.
never leave your laptop open at work pic.twitter.com/7ISGdmAV3g
— Niharika (@niharigoat) September 11, 2024
Niharika shared a screenshot of the message on X (formerly Twitter), humorously advising users never to leave their laptops unlocked while away from their desks.
Social Media Reactions to the Prank
The prank quickly went viral, sparking a wave of laughter among netizens. Many users praised the creativity of Niharika’s co-worker, while others shared similar experiences from their own workplaces.
One user recounted, "They used to do it when I was in my first job. Colleagues would play pranks if they found your laptop open. It was a great way to teach everyone to lock their systems and protect client data. It developed a very good habit."
Another user joked, "You’re lucky to have such a fun-loving team. Not everyone is that fortunate."
A third commenter shared a funny anecdote, saying, "One of my colleagues once wrote, ‘namkeen paani mein naha ke aur bhi namkeen ho gaya hoon’ on my open laptop."
A Lesson in Cybersecurity
While the prank was all in good fun, it also served as a subtle reminder of the importance of securing work devices. Leaving laptops unlocked can pose risks, not just in terms of pranks, but also in protecting sensitive information. The incident highlights the need for employees to be vigilant about locking their systems when stepping away from their desks.
The post not only spread laughter across the internet but also reminded everyone of the importance of workplace cybersecurity in a humorous way.