Computer Quote by Rory Bremner
“If you put garbage in a computer nothing comes out but garbage. But this garbage, having passed through a very expensive machine, is somehow ennobled and none dare criticize it.”
About This Quote
Source Stand‑up routine, Rory Bremner, 2004
Garbage input into a computer yields garbage output, but costly processing can give it a false veneer of value, shielding it from criticism.
In simple terms: Bad data produces bad results, even if processed expensive.
Key Takeaway
Beware of polished nonsense.
Themes
technology
value
criticism
Mood
skeptical
ironic
Type
satirical
commentary
When to use this quote
- data analysis
- software development
- public policy
- media consumption
Key Concepts
information theory
media criticism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we differentiate genuine insight from polished garbage?
- When does cost justify credibility?
A Different Perspective
Expensive processing can mask underlying flaws, leading to misplaced trust.
