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2-digit-year format
A format in which a year (such as 1995) is represented as two digits (95), only practical if all dates are within the same century; for example, this format cannot distinguish between 1995 and 2095.
20th century
The period of time from January 1, 1901 through December 31, 2000.
21st century
The period of time from January 1, 2001 through December 31, 2100.
4-digit-year format
A format in which a year (such as 1995) is represented as four digits (1995). This format allows for dates to span more than one century (1900, 2000, etc.). For example, it can distinguish between 1995 and 2095. Computers and programs that use the four-digit-year format will have no Year 2000 problem.
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