That is the dialog box that appears on the Open File menu item using the Advanced button and is used to find files. The creation and revision date fields will default to invalid dates the first time the document is saved. In some cases after the file has been saved several times, the computer will freeze. Later versions, such as Word 95 and 98, are compliant, though both require downloading patches to avoid minor problems. For Word 95, according to the Microsoft site, the patch changes the way dates are handled.
Some sites make it easy to check and find information.
NSTL, for example, developed a testing tool used by PCmakers such as Dell, Compaq and Hewlett-Packard. Internet portals also provide a variety of information, such as news and links to other Y2K sites and information. John Torro is a Times correspondent. St. Petersburg Times. All rights reserved.