Fears of the year 2000 (Y2K) computer “bug” have spurred an entire industry of products and services aimed at fixing potential software and hardware glitches before the clock strikes midnight on News Year’s Eve. As the deadline draws near, those who hope to capitalize on the Y2K phenomenon are moving quickly, lining up for last-minute profits. The e-commerce industry is no exception.
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E-Commerce Reaches Out for Y2K Profits
Posted by: James Hollander April 20, 1999 12:00 AMFears of the year 2000 (Y2K) computer “bug” have spurred an entire industry of products and services aimed at fixing potential software and hardware glitches before the clock strikes midnight on News Year’s Eve. As the deadline draws near, those who hope to capitalize on the Y2K phenomenon are moving quickly, lining up for last-minute profits. The e-commerce industry is no exception.