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Slack back worldwide as platform digs what went wrong

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Hours after suffering a global outage, the professional messaging platform Slack has been restored and is now working properly across the globe, according to the Slack status page Thursday.

Slack went down Thursday worldwide leaving thousands of workers without communication, as most of them are not able to send or receive messages, bringing their operations to a partial halt.

This screenshot taken on July 27, 2023, shows Slack announcing the outage. — Slack Website
This screenshot taken on July 27, 2023, shows Slack announcing the outage. — Slack Website

The people who rely on Slack for its communication were only seeing the old conversation as their messages could not be delivered.

There are companies around the world that lean on the instant messaging platform for their communications as after Covid-19, thousands of people started working remotely making it a crucial part of their professional lives.

In United Kingdon, the breakdown started Thursday around 10am UK time. According to tracking website Down Detector, it received a rapid spike in the number of reports of problems.

According to the Independent report, the official Slack status page was not updated after the outage started. So far, there has not been any update from the platform regarding its status and its outage though it often posts such technical issues on Twitter.

More than half an hour after the outage, Slack said it has come across the issue but could not still find the source of the problem.

“Users may be experiencing trouble with sending messages in Slack,” the message on its official status page read.

“Slack experiencing an outage across the app. Users may be experiencing trouble with sending messages, using workflows, and various other actions in Slack.”

This screenshot taken on July 27, 2023, shows Slack announcing the outage. — Slack Website
This screenshot taken on July 27, 2023, shows Slack announcing the outage. — Slack Website

“We’re investigating and will let you know as soon as we know more. We appreciate your patience in the meantime.”

Numerous Twitter users took to social media and reported the issue.

A user wrote,” Slack is down globally but their downtime page shows that they’re up! What good monitoring system.” 

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Unlawful VPNs: Terrorists Utilize Unregistered VPNs to Disseminate Propaganda

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Terrorists utilize illicit VPNs to disseminate propaganda and misinformation while concealing their identities.

Several accounts have been uncovered and are under investigation.

The cessation of non-registered VPNs is crucial for the nation’s economy.

The PTA is blocking illegal URLs and websites disseminating objectionable material upon verification.

Forensic investigations of websites have yielded startling results.

Disseminating erroneous information is more facile using unregistered VPNs.

Terrorists were exploiting these unverified VPNs.

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Air University Holds A Revolutionary Event For Students Focusing On Cybersecurity

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Air Marshal (R) Asad Lodhi has praised the Pakistan Cyber Security Challenge, an initiative by the Air University and Higher Education Commission that aims to train future cyber security experts and pioneers. At the opening ceremony of the two-day Pakistan Cyber Security Challenge, which took place at Air University in Islamabad, he was the chief guest.
Showdown challenges, the Ideas Cup, and the Pakistan Crypt Challenge are all part of the Pakistan Cyber Security Challenge, which lasts for two days.

Air Marshal (R) Abdul Moeed Khan, VC of Air University, made a speech praising the cyber security abilities of Pakistani youth, saying that they are among the best in the world and will help the country face cyber threats. A haven for cyber security excellence, he said, Pakistan Cyber Security Challenge 2024. Additionally, he praised the Air University for its innovative and outstanding work in this area.
At the inaugural ceremony of the Pakistan Cyber Security Challenge, Dr. Zia Ul Qayyum, executive director of the Higher Education Commission, also spoke to the crowd. He discussed how HEC has created a welcoming atmosphere and helped facilitate projects such as the Pakistan Cyber Security Challenge.
As part of the inauguration event, an MoU was also signed. Guests and participants were given souvenirs as the opening ceremony came to a close.

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How to turn on low-light mode on WhatsApp for better video calls

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The Meta-owned messaging platform WhatsApp has launched a new feature designed to facilitate video calls in low-light environments.

Frequent users of WhatsApp for video calls with loved ones may appreciate the recently launched low-light mode.

The function enhances video call clarity in low-light conditions, facilitating more effective connections regardless of location.

Are you inclined to experiment with it? Here is a comprehensive guide on employing low-light mode to enhance video quality during WhatsApp calls.

A sequential instructional manual

Step 1: Open WhatsApp on your device.

Step 2: Commence a video call with any family member or acquaintance.

Step 3: Observe the bulb icon positioned at the top-right corner of your screen.

Step 4: Select the bulb icon to activate it. To deactivate it, you click on the icon once more.

Your friends and family will now perceive you more distinctly due to improved visibility and less graininess, regardless of the surrounding lighting circumstances. This feature is presently accessible solely on Android and iOS devices, and not on Windows.

Furthermore, explore: Methods to categorise WhatsApp conversations using personalised lists: A sequential instructional manual.

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As this is a provisional configuration, it must be activated with each call you make.

In addition to the low-light mode, WhatsApp provides several additional intriguing features for video calls, such as background removal, filters, and enhancement options.

Background removal: The background remover function allows you to alter your backdrop during video conferences.

Filters: This functionality enables you to apply a filter from a selection during video calls with friends and family, enhancing the vibrancy of your interactions.

WhatsApp offers a fundamental touch-up feature to improve your appearance during video talks.

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