Computer Quote by Larry Niven
“Never tell a computer to forget it.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: A World Out of Time, 1976
Never ask a computer to erase data; it persists beyond intent.
In simple terms: Computers retain information unless deliberately destroyed.
Key Takeaway
Secure data deletion.
Themes
technology
memory
security
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
technical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- data management
- privacy protection
- system design
- legal compliance
Key Concepts
digital permanence
information ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the implications of permanent data?
- How can we ensure true deletion?
A Different Perspective
Technical limits may prevent total erasure.
