The Dual Legacy of IBM's Technology

This chapter examines the historical implications of early computing technologies, specifically focusing on IBM's controversial involvement during the Holocaust. It reveals the dual nature of technological advancements, as IBM's punch card systems transformed data management while also enabling oppressive political practices linked to eugenics and racial purity. The discussion highlights the profound and unsettling ways in which technology's impact is shaped by societal contexts, illustrating both its advancements and its dark applications in history.