It’s not you…Facebook, Instagram + WhatsApp are all down

So what the heck happened on Monday?
According to CNBC, the outage was caused by “configuration changes on the backbone routers” and these changes caused “issues” that interrupted the flow of traffic between routers in Facebook’s data centers around the world and caused everything to come to a screeching halt.
Could it happen again? Perhaps. Facebook has had outages in the past although nothing like Monday. Bottom line is we’ve become increasingly dependent on social networks like Facebook and Instagram – and it’s not necessarily the end of the world. If there is an outage again in the future, take the time to go for a walk, read a book, take a nap. Everything has a way of working itself out.
Update Monday at 4:30pm:
It’s being reported that Facebook’s master code was deleted which could mean Facebook and Instagram could be gone forever…..
If this is in fact true, this will be tough for small businesses who rely on Facebook (as terrible as it is) and Instagram for outreach and advertising. Here’s a good breakdown via Wired as to what the hell is going on.
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Coincidence? Maybe…but the outage has been going on for several hours now.MSNBC is reporting that DownDetector.com reports showed the outages appear to be widespread, but it’s unclear if it impacts all users or just some locations.
As of now, it is not known what’s causing the outage. All three platforms stopped working shortly before noon.
More to follow

Maureen Dahill is the founder of Caught in Media. Once a longtime wardrobe and prop stylist for brands such as Rue La La, TJ Max & Hasbro, she is a devoted lover of vintage clothing, Martini Mondays, Castle Island, AND a 4th generation South Boston native. Mother of three, married to Peter G.
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