human
I've been hearing a lot of talk lately about the Y2K problem. What is the Y2K problem and why is it so important?
assistant
The Y2K problem refers to the potential for computers to crash when they encounter the year 2000, which will happen on January 1, 2000. This could cause widespread computer problems and even lead to physical damage if not addressed properly. It's an issue that has been around since the 1970s, but was largely ignored until recently due to its complexity.