"Y2K38" meaning in English

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Proper name

Etymology: As for Y2K, with the addition of 38. Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} Y2K38
  1. (computing) The year 2038, in which certain date-related bugs in computer software are expected to manifest themselves. Wikipedia link: Y2K38 Categories (topical): Computing
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