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Facebook Outage Explained: Causes, Impact, and Resolution

By Mazen (Mithrie) Turkmani
Published: October 5, 2021 at 1:05 PM BST

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Alan Wake Remastered Released

The highly anticipated "Alan Wake Remastered" has launched today, priced at ÂŖ24.99 in the UK. This release offers newcomers a chance to dive into the game's immersive storytelling and intense gameplay with enhanced graphics and smoother frame rates. Although the improvements over the original are modest, critics like IGN have noted the technical upgrades with a dash of humor. The remastered version also introduces a director's commentary, giving fans a deeper insight into the game's development and the creative decisions behind it. This feature is especially appealing to those who enjoy the extra depth similar to old DVD commentaries. If you loved the original Alan Wake or enjoy rich narratives in gaming, this remaster is certainly worth your time.

Epic Game Store Achievements

Epic Games has announced the upcoming addition of achievements to the Epic Game Store, a feature long-requested by the gaming community. Modeled after Steam's popular achievements system, players will soon be able to earn achievements as they progress through games, adding a layer of accomplishment and challenge. This enhancement not only brings a sense of achievement to players but also encourages deeper engagement and exploration across different titles on the platform. The inclusion of achievements is set to enrich the gaming experience on the Epic Game Store, making it more exciting and fulfilling for its users.

Facebook Outage Explained

A recent Facebook outage left users disconnected for several hours, impacting other platforms under its umbrella like Instagram, Oculus, and WhatsApp. This downtime was traced back to a mishap with the configuration of Facebook's Domain Name System (DNS), which translates domain names into IP addresses. An erroneous alteration in the DNS settings misdirected users to incorrect IP addresses, preventing access to these sites. Although Facebook's servers were operational, the incorrect DNS data barred user access. The situation was resolved by updating the DNS configurations, which took time to propagate across global networks. No data was lost during this incident, and normal service resumed once the DNS settings were corrected. This event also sparked a flurry of internet humor, with memes making light of the situation. If you have further questions about DNS or the outage, feel free to ask for more information.

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