Solar Storms: Threatening the Internet's Existence
TL;DR
NASA has warned that a powerful solar storm could potentially disrupt the internet for several months, causing a complete shutdown. Solar storms occur when the sun emits bursts of energy in the form of solar flares and coronal mass ejections, which can interfere with the electrical grid, radio waves, and GPS systems. The internet's infrastructure, including undersea cables, is also at risk. While the chances of a full-blown internet loss are low, preparations are being made to minimize the risk, such as using NASA's Parker Solar Probe and AI to predict solar flares and provide a 30-minute warning.
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