Subd. 1. Terms.

For purposes of this chapter, the terms in this section have the meanings given them.

Subd. 2. Electronic computing device.

"Electronic computing device" means any computer hardware or software, computer chip, embedded chip, process control equipment, or other information system that:

1. (1) is used to capture, store, manipulate, or process data; or
2. (2) controls, monitors, or assists in the operation of physical apparatus that is not primarily used as a computer but that relies on automation or digital technology to function, including, but not limited to, vehicles, vessels, buildings, structures, facilities, elevators, medical equipment, traffic signals, and factory machinery.

Subd. 3. Person.

"Person" means a natural person or a small business as defined in section 645.445.

Subd. 4. Year 2000 problem.

"Year 2000 problem" means disruptions in electronic communications or the functioning of electronically controlled equipment resulting or reasonably anticipated to result from erroneous data that is or may be supplied by electronic devices in 1999 or on or after January 1, 2000.