Site of the times

Article Abstract:

This article presents internet sites where people in Australia and elsewhere can obtain information about the so-called year 2000 computer problem (Y2K). Sources include those provided by Australian federal and state governments, Ziff Davis' Y2K information site, sources of general information on the subject, pundits such as Karl Feilder, and Microsoft.

Cover Story, Year 2000 transition (Computers), Information services

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Parallel universe

Article Abstract:

The Distributed Systems Technology Co-operative Research Centre in Queensland, Australia, is in the forefront of efforts to achieve automatic machine-to-machine communication via the internet.

Research, Intelligent devices, Intelligent machines, Distributed Systems Technology Co-operative Research Centre

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Gambling on tap

Article Abstract:

The extent of gambling in Australia is discussed, with five per cent of the population having an addiction. Controls on internet gambling will probably not be effective.

Social aspects, Economic aspects, Gambling

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