It is just a number. Many cultures count years differently. So you can pick one that makes you feel comfortable. But if that will make you happier, I just got an idea while watching video about cohen1984 that they will try to block internet as a counter-terrorism measure after some false flag attack, like attack on bank system or something they have been rehearsing. Of course that will be done for your safety, and not for exterminating opposing views and free speech.