Home Checklist
From USA TODAY, Wednesday September 9,1998
Computers:
Run a diagnostic program on your home computer to make sure it is Y2K compliant.
Software:
Check with manufacturers of frequently used software programs to find out whether they are Y2K compliant.
Financial Preparations:
Make backup paper records of all your financial dealings. Include payment records for credit cards, bills and loans.
Have enough traveler checks or cash on hand to get you through a long weekend, more if you feel concerned your bank might not be year 2000 compliant.
Automated home systems with embedded chips:
Check with manufacturers of garage doors, elevators, heaters and coolers. Find out whether they include calender systems and, if so, whether they are Y2K compliant.
Home Medical Devices:
Ask your doctor. Insist on an answer (Note: Items such as heart monitors, pacemakers and infusion pumps don't have calender functions, but computers that collect information from them might not be compliant.)
Emergency Kit:
Put together a kit containing flashlights (with fresh batteries), food that doesn't need to be heated, and enough bottled water to get you through a few days, just in case the power in your area temporarily goes out.