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The Y2K Bug

The Y2K bug was a computer flaw that many feared would cause widespread chaos as the calendar rolled over from December 31, 1999, to January 1, 2000. While the predicted disaster never materialized, the Y2K bug highlighted the potential vulnerabilities in our increasingly digital world and led to significant advancements in software testing and development.