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Video Service Could Be Behind Amazon Glitches

Pending TV and movie streaming may be snarling system

By Rob Quinn, Newser Staff

Posted Jun 10, 2008 2:44 AM CDT

(Newser) – Amazon's new digital video service could be behind the glitches that have been plaguing the site, reports the New York Times. The online retailer was knocked offline for two hours last week and suffered sporadic problems yesterday. Analysts believe the company may be rejigging its... Read full story »

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