Technical Difficulties: Wikimedia Foundation Server Issue

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In summary, the Wikimedia Foundation servers are currently experiencing technical difficulties and some servers are coming back online. The issue is being worked on and the problem is expected to be temporary. For further information, you can visit the #wikipedia channel on the Freenode IRC network or view Google's cached version of the page. The Wikimedia Foundation has a constant need for new hardware and donations are welcomed. Despite the temporary issue, Wikipedia continues to grow and is one of the most visited sites on the Internet. Some users on a forum have expressed concern about losing Wikipedia and have also noted a similar technical glitch on another website. However, it appears that Wikipedia is now back online.
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Rach3
It's the end of the world!

The Wikimedia Foundation servers are currently experiencing technical difficulties.

The problem is most likely temporary and will hopefully be fixed soon. Please check back in a few minutes.

For further information, you can visit the #wikipedia channel on the Freenode IRC network.

In the meantime, you may be able to view Google's cached version of this page.

Wikipedia is now one of the most visited sites on the Internet by traffic and continues to grow, and as a result the Wikimedia Foundation has a constant need to purchase new hardware. If you would like to help, please donate.

http://en.wikipedia.org/
 
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The issue:

"Power/network problems at the Florida colo. They're being worked on. Some servers coming back online."

You can get more info on their IRC channel.
 
  • #3
NOOOOOOOO!
I have reserch paper due tommorw and there gone!It is end of the world.
 
  • #4
Where's ZapperZ to gloat? :rofl:

I guess they caught the same technical glitch that PF's server had. :biggrin:
 
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Astronuc said:
I guess they caught the same technical glitch that PF's server had. :biggrin:
Get rid of links to Wikipedia from PF we can't offrad losing wikipedia
 
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Wikipedia is back!:approve:
for now...
 

1. What is causing the technical difficulties on the Wikimedia Foundation server?

The technical difficulties on the Wikimedia Foundation server are caused by a server issue, specifically an outage or malfunction in the server's hardware or software.

2. How long will it take to resolve the technical difficulties?

This is difficult to determine as it depends on the severity and complexity of the server issue. The Wikimedia Foundation team is actively working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.

3. How will the technical difficulties affect access to Wikimedia Foundation sites?

The technical difficulties may cause intermittent or complete loss of access to Wikimedia Foundation sites. Users may experience slow loading times, error messages, or inability to access the sites altogether.

4. Is there a way to access the content on Wikimedia Foundation sites while the technical issue is being resolved?

Unfortunately, if the server issue is affecting the entire server, there may not be a way to access the content until the issue is resolved. However, if only certain parts of the server are affected, some content may still be accessible.

5. How can I stay updated on the status of the technical difficulties?

The Wikimedia Foundation team will provide updates on the status of the technical difficulties through their official social media accounts and on their website. You can also check the status of the server on websites such as Downdetector.

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