Y2K (Year 2000 Problem)
The Y2K Problem, also known as the Millennium Bug, was a significant concern leading up to the year 2000. Many computer systems represented years using two digits (e.g., “99” for 1999), which could cause errors when the date rolled over to “00,” making systems interpret it as 1900 instead of 2000. Potential issues included data corruption, calculation errors, and system failures. Extensive remediation efforts were undertaken globally to update software and hardware, resulting in minimal disruptions when the new millennium began. The Y2K phenomenon underscored the importance of proper date handling and system maintenance in software development.