In preparation for May the 4th, also known as Star Wars Day, Google and other tech companies are scrambling to gear up their servers for the onslaught of memes. According to a recent report, May 4th sees a staggering 250% increase in meme usage, second only to May 1st, when a Justin Timberlake meme increases usage by approximately 175%.
To ensure that their platforms can handle the influx of Star Wars-related content, Google has announced that they will be temporarily suspending all non-Star Wars related searches on May 4th. A spokesperson for the company stated, “We understand that May the 4th is a very important day for our users, and we want to make sure that they have the best experience possible. By temporarily suspending all non-Star Wars related searches, we can ensure that our servers are able to handle the increased traffic.”
Other tech companies, such as Facebook and Twitter, have also announced plans to bolster their servers in preparation for the influx of memes. Twitter has stated that they will be temporarily increasing the character limit on tweets to accommodate the longer Star Wars quotes that are sure to flood the platform.
Meanwhile, the Meme Alliance of Earth Foundation has dubbed May as “Meme Month,” due to the abundance of meme-worthy events and holidays that occur during this time. In addition to Star Wars Day and Justin Timberlake Day, May also features Cinco de Mayo, Mother’s Day, and Memorial Day, all of which are ripe for memeing.
Despite the preparations being made by tech companies, some experts are predicting that the sheer volume of memes may be too much for even the most advanced servers to handle. “We’re talking about an unprecedented level of meme activity here,” said one tech analyst. “It’s possible that we could see some major server outages on May 4th, and that’s something that everyone should be prepared for.”
In the end, only time will tell how well Google and other tech companies are able to handle the meme onslaught on May the 4th. But one thing is for certain: for meme lovers around the world, this promises to be an unforgettable day. May the 4th be with you!
