
The Computermen
The Last Archive
The Testimony of Vance Packard
This chapter explores the reputation and lifestyle of Vance Packard, a renowned social critic and author of 'The Naked Society.' It discusses Packard's concerns about the erosion of privacy due to the increasing number of records on individual Americans. The chapter also highlights the public's opposition towards the National Data Center and the fears expressed, such as government conspiracy and communism.
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