Summary
Amazon Web Services (AWS) reported that its cloud services are back to normal after an outage on Monday. The disruption affected many websites around the world. AWS identified the problem as an issue with a system that checks its network tools.
Key Facts
- AWS experienced a large online outage on Monday.
- The outage affected thousands of websites, including Snapchat, Reddit, Duolingo, and Coinbase.
- The issue was due to a problem with a system that monitors AWS's network tools.
- AWS announced on Monday evening that services returned to normal.
- Some AWS services like Config, Redshift, and Connect still have message delays to clear up.
- This was one of the largest internet outages since a similar event involving CrowdStrike.
- The outage highlighted the importance of cloud services in the global economy.
