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Error'd: Bridge for Sale
A scammer is attempting to defraud individuals by claiming to be part of a consortium looking to buy Google. The scam involves creating fake LinkedIn profiles and sending emails with fictitious company acquisition offers. The scammer likely requests fees just before the supposed deal closure. One victim humorously points out the scam's flaw, stating they don't even own Google. In another anecdote, someone struggles with complex phone billing cycles. A peculiar software issue is described as a "reverse Y2K bug," where an update requires going back in time. A question about calculating 30% of "NaN" is posed, with the answer being well-defined. Finally, a "lost in translation" error is highlighted where a website fails to provide fallback text in English when the browser language is not recognized. An advertisement for BuildMaster, a release management platform, is also included.