ATM Bug Dead (12/6/99)
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When it comes to ATMs -- the Y2K bug is dead . . . at least that is the
message the nation's largest ATM networks want to get out. This month the ATM
network operators will begin affixing special "Y2K Bug" stickers to ATMs
nationwide to show that they have exterminated the Y2K bug. But the same group
cautions consumers not to withdraw excessive quantities of cash from financial
institutions or from ATMs. The leading ATM network operators say that they
will be on duty continuously in special operations centers at their respective
headquarters to monitor the 2000 date roll around the globe. Furthermore
network representatives will initiate ATM transactions in New Zealand just
across the international dateline to assure system functionality. While the
Y2K bug may have been squashed it appears the bigger threat is the consumer bug.