Data files, as you know them, are kept on something called a "data-spool" in Monstru.
Today's comic (the file part) would be a printout from one of these spool feeds.
Data-spools are processed and read by very smart automatons (or "Mechans"), called Clockworks. They are much like any other creature, except that they are usually very smart, very slow, and can read data-spools. Also, they are the slave-property of the Authority, and are not free to do as they please.
Generally, if you see a Clockwork walking around, they're either on some State business or they're a fugitive. Also, don't assume that they hate the Authority; most are brainwashed to love their work, their CrowBot protectors, and their country.
- Daniel
