From the archive: the computer takeover, 1969
by Chris Hall from Technology | The Guardian on (#5CB6Y)
The early days of computer programming, and the IT worker stereotype
On 26 October 1969, the Observer Magazine attempted to get to grips with the burgeoning computer revolution (Computer Takeover').
What then is a computer?' asked John Davy. It has been well described as an obedient, very moronic clerk with an exceptionally good memory.' Well, we've all met one of those.
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