Computers and Reporters: Newsroom Practices at Two Canadian Daily Newspapers

<jats:p> Despite a massive increase in the range of technologies available in the last few years, most reporters at two newsrooms studied still tend to use computers to perform traditional functions. They use electronic clipping files to collect background information, and terminals to write stories. Small numbers are beginning to explore using computers for newer functions, such as communication, organization of databases, and data analysis. But reporters are far from being what one writer calls “technojournalists.” </jats:p>