Industrial Distribution

Steve Epner

Not another Y2K?
February 26, 2007

No, it is not going to be as bad. Only a few glitches in some unusual places. Still, do not ignore March 11, 2007. This is the new start date for Daylight Savings Time. The Government decided an earlier change would save power. It is not a big deal – unless you rely on clocks for the right time.

Most of the world has software that automatically adjusted the time back and forth on a predetermined schedule. Guess what? The schedule changed. That means most computers will not automatically change to the correct time on March 11.

The only problems will surround automatic unlocking of doors to permit entry, switching of night calls back to the switchboard, and recording of your favorite TV show.

Plus it will not be over on March 11, it will strike again on April first. That is very appropriate. April fools day. Yes, all of your clocks will automatically change again, so you will need to change them back.

There is no need to panic. The world will not end. But there may be a few unintended consequences. Please make yourself a note to check your systems. You can even put it on your electronic calendar to verify the time when you first turn on the computer on March 11 and April 1. Readjust the time and you will be good to go.

Don’t you just love computers?

Posted by Steve Epner on February 26, 2007 | Comments (0)