Microsoft is looking into a problem affecting different Microsoft 365 applications and services. (Reuters)
Millions of Windows users worldwide are currently grappling with a frustrating issue known as the Blue Screen of Death (BSOD). This error abruptly shuts down or restarts systems, disrupting work and causing inconvenience. Microsoft has acknowledged that the problem stems from a recent update by CrowdStrike, a cybersecurity company.
The outage initially affected a subset of Microsoft's customers, particularly those using Azure services in the Central US region. Azure, a cloud computing platform, is vital for deploying and managing applications globally.
In addition to Azure, Microsoft is also investigating another issue impacting several Microsoft 365 apps and services. This development has left users unable to access critical tools for productivity and communication.
This widespread disruption highlights the challenges and dependencies associated with cloud-based services and updates. Users affected by the BSOD error are advised to stay tuned for updates from Microsoft, who are actively working to resolve the issue.
