Date Sensitive Computing Problems: Understanding the Threat

Abstract

As the 2lst century approaches, widespread failures in computers and computer controlled equipment are predicted. The mechanism for these failures is called the millennium bug, or the year 2000 bug (abbreviated as "y2k bug"). The results of many computer failures over a short period time will cause considerable social and economic disruptions. These failures and disruptions are hereafter referred to as the "y2k technology crisis." There is more to this problem, however, than just technology. The technological failures will cause many non-technical problems as society reacts to the difficulties caused by the y2k bug. The y2k crisis, a combination of the technological and sociological problems, may be increased by superstition surrounding the year 2000 and the new millennium.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 29, 1998
Accession Number
ADA375686

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  • Christopher Y. Taylor
  • Eric V. Walton

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  • Artificial Satellites
  • Computer Programming
  • Computer Programs
  • Computers
  • Electronic Equipment
  • Embedded Systems
  • Global Positioning Systems
  • Industrial Plants
  • Mobile Phones
  • New York
  • Programming Languages
  • Social Security
  • Space Debris
  • Spacecraft
  • Telephone Systems

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