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From Mary Jo Foley’s blog All about Microsoft:

Windows Live users are reporting on February 26 that they are unable to access Windows Live Hotmail and Windows Live Messenger, two of Microsoft’s key consumer Internet services.

Microsoft’s MSN.com portal also is extremely slow to load.

A number of users on Microsoft’s Channel 9 Web site report having been affected by the outage.

According to one report, the Microsoft Live outage is affecting customers all across the East Coast. I am an East Coast user and have been unable to access Hotmail or Live Messenger for the past two hours.

I asked Microsoft for an update on what is happening. Officials said an update would be forthcoming. Here’s the “holding statement” I just got from a company spokeswoman:

“We are aware that some customers may be experiencing difficulty accessing their Windows Live accounts. We’re actively investigating the cause and are working to take the appropriate steps to remedy the situation as rapidly as possible. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience and disruption this may be causing our customers.”

Strange, I am able to sign on Windows Live Messenger but not Zune.net! (I am on the east coast too)

Any others having any problems?