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What we have here, folks, is a bit of practical information dressed up as a conspiracy theory for extra drama. As if the world coming to an end weren't enough of a bother, now we have to worry about whether or not we'll be able to tape The Simpsons while dining on Spam and Cheez Whiz in our underground bunkers. It's most likely true that some VCRs won't be able to handle the switch to double-zeros, although the major manufacturers I talked to (Sony and Panasonic) assured me that their video products are Y2K compliant. It's also true that if your VCR does come down with the Y2K bug and its clock is capable of being set back 20-some-odd years (some aren't), adjusting it to 1972 is a workable solution. But this is no big secret. The information is readily available in the press, and manufacturers aren't likely to hide it from you. In fact, if you're unsure what the status of your VCR's Y2K readiness is or what to do about it, the manufacturer is the first place you should check. For more information, including instructions on how to test your home appliances for Y2K readiness, see the following:
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