Millennium mayhem
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Some 30 billion pounds sterling will be required to finance the necessary changes in business computer systems in order to cope with the new millenium. Business enterprises in the UK should change both hardware and software equipment so that on Jan 1 2000 their systems will not shut down. Computers will not recognize the year 2000 unless they are 2000-compliant. All types of computerized systems will need to be corrected, such as fire control and heating systems. Around 80% of business in the UK have not yet tackled the problem adequately
Publication Name: Estates Gazette
Subject: Real estate industry
ISSN: 0014-1240
Year: 1997
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The collector
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Jon Shepard began collecting lepidoptera in the seventh grade when his science teacher prodded him to collect insects for a class project. He has since been at it for 42 years, winning awards for his collections. His passion has also rubbed off on his friends, cousins, and even his wife.
Publication Name: Nature Canada
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0374-9894
Year: 1996
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Dorchester County, Maryland
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Cyclists seeking water and land adventure should visit Dorchester County, MD. The route starts in Church Creek and goes to MD 335 to Blackwater Wildlife Refuge and an uphill climb to Honga. Cyclists should stay on route MD-335 to return to the starting point.
Publication Name: Bicycling
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-2073
Year: 1995
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