
The Computermen
The Last Archive
Forgotten Congressional Hearings on the National Data Center
This chapter of 'The Last Archive' discusses forgotten congressional hearings from 1966 about the National Data Center and concerns about data, privacy, and the rise of computerized systems. The chapter highlights the worries and warnings expressed by members of Congress, including Cornelius Gallagher and Frank Horton, about the potential dangers and implications of computer technology. The chapter emphasizes the importance of not forgetting these past hearings to avoid repeating the same mistakes in the future.
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