A review of statistical data analysis involving computers as a multi-dimensional problem provides the perspective for consideration of the use of computers in statistical analysis and the problems associated with large data files. An overall description of STATJOB, a particular system for doing statistical data analysis on a digital computer, includes system design goals, the current analytical status, and a flow chart. A brief look at the future of computers in data analysis and a 93-item bibliography conclude the report. (CMV)