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Xbox Live’s Extended Network Outage Was “Unacceptable”, Says CTO
Xbox division CTO Scott Van Vliet apologized for a 15-hour network outage that prevented users from accessing games and services. The extended downtime was caused by an external licensing service failure, which cascaded into broader issues. Microsoft plans to improve its infrastructure to prevent similar incidents and increase transparency with users.
Out of the Blue
The author experienced an internet outage due to an issue with Xfinity. They were preparing to post an update when the service disruption occurred.
Xbox Network appears to be down as players report connection issues worldwide – here’s what we know so far
The Xbox Network is experiencing widespread connection issues, affecting game launches, logins, and online services for players on console and PC. Microsoft has acknowledged the problem, with the official Xbox status page providing updates. The outage impacts various features reliant on the network, such as Game Pass access and cloud saves.
Evening Metaverse
Google is rolling out a new setting for Search Services History, giving users more control over their data. Separately, internet access is reportedly returning to Iran after a three-month blackout.
Into the Black
The author experienced a prolonged internet outage in the BlueTower area, forcing them to connect via their phone. This situation is expected to continue into the early morning hours.