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Navigating Office Automation: Humor and Challenges
This chapter explores the humorous yet challenging transition in office work during the 1980s, driven by technological advancements such as IBM mini computers. It highlights notable events like the 1982 Office Automation Conference protests and the evolution from print to digital media in small publications. The narrative reflects on the impact of digitization on job stability, community engagement, and the cyclical nature of tech innovation and exploitation.