
The Y2K Bug
Secretly Incredibly Fascinating
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Reflections on Y2K: Aftermath and Irony
This chapter explores the disbanding of the Senate Special Committee on the Year 2000 technology problem, particularly its ironic timing on Leap Day. It humorously reviews the minor issues caused by the Y2K bug while contrasting media narratives from around the world, emphasizing the minimal impact experienced compared to exaggerated public perceptions. The speakers share anecdotes, discuss lasting improvements from Y2K preparations, and reflect on how some glitch-related incidents turned into comical stories, blending historical insights with lighthearted commentary.
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