In light of Poindexter's supersnoop database construction project, it's frightening to read a story which gives both DOJ and DOD failing grades for security. In more benign news about data retention (the Bunny will appreciate this), MIT has just begun a superarchive for all the documents its librarians and researchers produce. Interestingly, that includes all the supporting papers as well as the final results.
Now this might be enlightening beyond the historical aspects: a descendant of John Merrick, aka the Elephant Man, has agreed to have her DNA tested for clues to Mr. Merrick's disfigurement.
Posted by Linkmeister at November 20, 2002 03:49 PMnice new look, Linkmeister.
it is amazing what they can do with DNA testing. i can't help but think of what good it's done for the criminal system. who knows what all it will be used for in the future.
Posted by: deborah at November 20, 2002 10:31 PMWe have a superarchive. It's called the rubbish can and it sits on your desktop. Just kidding. We need something like this but curators are notoriously unorganized (and behind in new technology) and any system will fail when there is no one using it...
It's all one can do to get exhibit plans archived once the exhibit is up. Never mind all that supporting documentation, the books filled with research,etc.
Posted by: bunny at November 21, 2002 03:04 AMmake that "it sits on your desktop or your navbar/dock"
oy, I can't believe me, Ms. Mac, just made a windows-centric statement.
Posted by: bunny at November 21, 2002 03:06 AMThanks, Deb. Boy, ain't it true that systems unused are systems doomed to fail.
Posted by: Linkmeister at November 21, 2002 07:40 AM