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‘Weekend starts now!': IT outage jokes, frustrations take over social media

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A widespread Microsoft outage linked to Crowdstrike, cybersecurity firm, disrupted flights, banks, media outlets and companies around the world on Friday -- halting the daily lives of millions across the globe.

The massive technological disruption prompted many to head on over to social media to voice their frustrations -- with a side of humor.

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While the IT outage prompted a flurry of memes and jokes, officials took to social media to share the latest information and ease concerns.

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