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Global Outage of Microsoft Services

On July 19, 2024, Microsoft experienced a significant global outage that affected a wide range of its services, causing major disruptions in various sectors. This event highlighted the critical dependence on cloud-based services and the necessity for robust IT infrastructure and contingency planning.

What caused the issue?

According to experts, the outages stem partly from a software update for Microsoft Windows operating systems issued by cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike. This update caused unforeseen compatibility issues, leading to widespread connectivity problems across Microsoft’s services. Microsoft swiftly responded by rolling back the changes and closely monitoring the recovery process. However, the residual impact continues to affect various sectors and services.

Is July 19, 2024, the International Blue Screen Day?

International Blue Screen Day
International Blue Screen Day

The widespread impact and high-profile nature of the outage led to July 19, 2024, being coined as “ International Blue Screen Day ” on social media. Users across various platforms shared their experiences and frustrations, using the iconic “blue screen of death(BSOD)” as a symbol of the day’s events. The term quickly trended, turning a day of technical difficulties into a viral phenomenon.

Moving Forward:

The July 19, 2024, Microsoft global outage was a significant event that caused widespread disruptions and gave rise to “International Blue Screen Day.” While Microsoft’s quick response mitigated prolonged downtime, the incident has raised important questions about IT infrastructure resilience and disaster preparedness. Well, it is for the Global Tech Congloromates to answer!

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