Tag: Cable Breaks
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Impact of Cable Breaks in the Red Sea on Asian Internet Users
Introduction Recent incidents of cable breaks in the Red Sea have raised significant concerns for internet users, particularly in Asia. Microsoft has alerted users about potential disruptions in internet accessibility due to these damages, as reported on their status website. This situation highlights the fragility of global internet infrastructure and the ripple effects that disruptions…
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Impact of Cable Breaks in the Red Sea on Asia’s Internet Connectivity
The Significance of Undersea Cables Undersea cables play a crucial role in global internet connectivity. They carry about 99% of the world’s international data traffic. A break in these cables can severely disrupt internet access in affected regions. This is especially true in areas such as the Middle East and parts of Asia, where digital…
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Impact of Red Sea Cable Breaks on Internet Users in Asia
Introduction In recent weeks, a series of cable breaks in the Red Sea have raised significant concerns about internet accessibility for users across Asia and the Middle East. Microsoft reported these disruptions on their status page, emphasizing the extent of the impact on connectivity in the region. Understanding the Situation According to NetBlocks, an organization…