The Fix to Facebook Blackouts Is Sitting Right in Front of You

 By 
Molly Horan
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The Fix to Facebook Blackouts Is Sitting Right in Front of You

When Facebook goes down, it can seem like all is lost.

Luckily, Jimmy Kimmel found a Facebook alternative, which offers all the Liking and poking you could ever want. The late-night host introduced Friends, a sort of Facebook IRL that lets you chat with people who offer a daily dose of food porn and motivational quotes.

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It's not quite as satisfying as uploading selfies or adding a smiley face to your status, but it should hold you over.

BONUS: 9 Excellent Facebook Pages You Should 'Like'

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