Year 2000 Solutions For Dummies

1999 is supposed to be the year of panic, when we all realise that the Year 2000 problem (Y2K) os almost upon us, bringing with it The End Of The World As We Know It (or TEOTWAWKI as it is referred to on the Internet). This guide explains what the problem is, how it really is going to effect everyone, and how to prevent PCs, Macs and networks crashing. It offers comprehensive advice to those most concerned in fixing the bug - IT managers, business executives and Year 2000 project managers. The author provides information on testing PCs to determine whether they are Year 2000 compliant, fixing code, assembling a project team, and recognising the legal repercussions of the Year 2000 Problem. This edition is updated with information on current tools for coping with the bug. These include TRACER 2000, YR2K Management System, Revolve/2000 and Visual DataScope 2000. These tools make Y2K projects significantly more manageable and productive.