Early Internet Slang
The "@" symbol used in email addresses was chosen by computer engineer Ray Tomlinson for its scarcity in the English language, as it was unlikely to appear in names or text. It later became synonymous with email communication.
The "@" symbol used in email addresses was chosen by computer engineer Ray Tomlinson for its scarcity in the English language, as it was unlikely to appear in names or text. It later became synonymous with email communication.