I usually don’t post things like this, but it is worth knowing, and great
conversation. This came across my desk, and fits in the catagory of
“There is always a simple solution for those wishing/needing one”
Caution: I haven’t confirmed this but…
Subject: Old VCRs and Y2K
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>If your VCR has a year setting on it, which most do, you will not be able to
>use the programmed recording feature after 12/31/99. Don’t throw it away.
>Instead set it for the year 1972 as the days are the same as the year 2000. The
>manufacturers won’t tell you. They want you to buy a new Y2K VCR. Pass this
>along to all your friends.