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5. I've heard that the year 2000 issue is a virus. Will virus detection software resolve these issues?

No, the year 2000 issue is not caused by or related to a virus. It mainly stems from the decades-long practice of using two-digit years, a practice that demands interpretation or assumption of the century. And in some cases, it stems from the fact that the year 2000 is a "special case" leap year. Running virus detection software will not address or remedy any year 2000 issues.

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