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The Y2K Bug
Secretly Incredibly Fascinating
Y2K Hysteria: Cultural Reflections
This chapter explores the cultural frenzy surrounding the Y2K bug, emphasizing the absurd advice and fear generated by media leading up to the year 2000. It humorously examines how the anxiety over potential technological failures was manifested in popular culture, including fictional portrayals of apocalyptic scenarios. Reflecting on the bizarre preparations people made, the chapter highlights a blend of humor and concern regarding the future of technology and society's response to it.
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