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Yesterday blocking of YouTube links during a usual chat on Microsoft IM both MSN Messenger and Windows Live Messenger occurred to numerous people. It even happened to me personally. At first it seemed strange to be, thought the problem was lying by me, but after couple of temptations trying to send different YouTube links I realized that it is a Microsoft internal server issue and not mine.

“This block seems to be related to the recent launch of Messenger TV in 20 countries which allows for sharing video clips from MSN Video on messenger.” claims B.E.T.A Daily. That statement justifies the scenario, but certainly only if it’s true, else if it was intentional then honestly I can call it no less than lame move from BIG Corporation‘s side. I’m capable to understand every possible undertaken action to beat other rivals, but Microsoft simply didn’t pick the right way this time, to undermine Google Inc. it’s serious number one rival.

Currently everything has pretty much turned back to regular flow for I’ve just tested it and links are sent without a glitch. Therefore it’s no real need to abandon or disuse Microsoft IMs again, but if this occurrences happen to become a habit then assuredly I will reconsider my alternatives. Whatsoever, some dude has gone mad due to this incident whereat dares to nominate all those who continue to use Microsoft products as retarded (note: the post has explicit filthy words).

Update: Windows Live Messenger team justifies their action, yet putting blame on some 3rd party company who maintains the Messenger service for them.

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