Zachary Loeb on the History of the End of the World
New Books in Science, Technology, and Society
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Exploring the Impact and Aftermath of the Y2K Scare
The chapter delves into the aftermath of the Y2K scare, discussing society's heavy reliance on technology and the underreported errors and issues that followed. It emphasizes the introspective moment Y2K provided about overdependence on technology and selective reporting of problems. The narrative also examines the historical context, diverse reactions, and challenges of researching the Y2K event.
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