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Multiple Microsoft 365 services are experiencing an outage

Engadget • Thu, 12 Nov 2026

Outlook and Teams are among the platforms impacted by "elevated load" issues.

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Outlook and Teams are among the platforms impacted by "elevated load" issues.

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