Chuck Herrin, an executive with F5 Inc., found himself stranded in Manila due to a global computer network meltdown affecting airlines, hospitals, and other industries. The irony of a technology expert being caught in such a situation highlights the widespread nature of the issue. Herrin warns that unexpected and lingering problems could persist in computer systems for several days, advising people to be flexible in their plans. According to experts, the computer outages were caused by a glitch in a software update to Windows computers from CrowdStrike, but a fix has been swiftly dispatched. Anyone who recently made online transactions or experienced computer issues is advised to double-check their activities. For those with Windows computers displaying the “blue screen of death,” solutions are being provided by CrowdStrike and Microsoft. Herrin eventually managed to rebook his flight and extend his hotel stay, taking the opportunity to enjoy “analog” activities in the Philippines. The situation serves as a reminder of the interconnected nature of our modern digital world and the importance of being prepared for unexpected technology failures.
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