Richard Andrews wrote:
>
> As far as I know, Linux is Y2K safe because of the date mechanism running by
> seconds since 1980 (or whenever it is). However, what problems can be expected
> when using a BIOS which is not Y2K compliant.
>
> I'm running a Pentium system and I know for a fact that the BIOS will have
> Y2K problems. What I don't know is whether those problems will flow on to the
> operating system.
>
> Thanks
>
> Rich
Linux doesn't use the BIOS after it has booted. Get a good UPS and keep
that system up :-). Seriously though, if it'll boot and you set the
clock right, my understanding is that there won't be any problems.
Robert
