Explain how the millennium bug could affect each. 3.Explain how the millennium bug could bring down entire systems.
Computers currently recognize the last two digits of the year.
If student born in 1982 asks a computer how old they are today, the computer subtracts 98-82 to arrive at 16. Lead a class brainstorming session of the industries, businesses, and agencies that will be affected by this bug. Generate a class discussion about ways to address the problem. Have students work in groups to conduct research to learn more about the problem and share their findings. Then have each group use this information to come up with a way to make the public more aware of the millennium bug.