Ep 10. Y2K

Dilbert season 1 episode 10, titled "Y2K," takes a satirical approach to the widespread fears surrounding the year 2000 and its potential effects on technology. As the new millennium approaches, Dilbert and his coworkers at the tech company are tasked with fixing any potential issues that may arise from the so-called "Y2K bug."

The episode begins with Dilbert, Wally, and Alice attending a corporate meeting on the topic of Y2K. Their boss, the Pointy-Haired Boss, insists that they work around the clock to ensure that all systems are prepared for the new year. He even goes so far as to hire the shady consultant Mordac to oversee the project.

But as the deadline looms closer, Dilbert begins to question the legitimacy of the Y2K bug and whether their efforts are in vain. He discovers that the company's mainframe computer, which is supposedly riddled with Y2K issues, has actually been obsolete for years and has no impact on their current systems.

Meanwhile, Wally and Mordac become obsessed with the idea of selling Y2K survival kits to the public. Their kits include useless items like duct tape and canned peaches and are marketed with fear-mongering tactics.

The episode concludes with the company successfully ringing in the new year without any major technological issues. However, as Dilbert reflects on the events that transpired, he realizes that the Y2K hysteria was merely a distraction from the real issues facing their industry.

Overall, "Y2K" is a witty commentary on the hysteria surrounding the year 2000 and the tendency for individuals and companies to become obsessed with trends and fads without understanding their true impact. The episode's satirical humor and clever writing make it a standout in the first season of Dilbert.