Category: Connectivity

Fiji, an archipelago of over 330 islands in the South Pacific, has rapidly transformed its Internet landscape in recent years. Once hampered by limited connectivity, Fiji is now emerging as a regional digital leader with ambitious expansions in broadband infrastructure and new satellite services. Approximately 79–85% of Fiji’s population are now Internet users – a…
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Historical Context of Internet Development in Romania Romania’s journey to widespread internet access began in the early 1990s, after the fall of communism. The country’s first connection to the Internet was established in 1993 ici.ro, relatively late compared to Western Europe, but this late start allowed Romania to leapfrog older technologies. In the late 1990s…
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Kyrgyzstan, a mountainous and landlocked nation often dubbed the “Switzerland of Central Asia,” has made steady strides in expanding internet infrastructure despite challenging terrain. The country relies on a mix of fiber-optic backbones and satellite links for connectivity, with major transit routes passing through neighboring Kazakhstan, China, and Russia en.wikipedia.org en.wikipedia.org. A key initiative is…
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Peru’s internet infrastructure has expanded rapidly in recent years, with multiple technologies coexisting. Fixed broadband is increasingly dominated by fiber-optic networks, replacing legacy DSL and coaxial cable in many areas. Meanwhile, mobile broadband (4G and emerging 5G) provides widespread internet access, especially in areas without fixed lines. For the most remote regions, satellite internet links…
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From Slow Dial-Up to a Fiber and 5G Boom South Africa’s internet infrastructure has transformed dramatically over the past decade, moving from copper phone lines to lightning-fast fiber optics and 5G wireless. Fixed-line broadband is now dominated by fiber, as old ADSL (DSL over copper) connections vanish. Telkom – the former monopoly – had over…
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Estonia, often dubbed a Baltic tech star, has transformed itself into one of the most digitally advanced societies. From nearly universal internet access on the ground to new connectivity options beaming down from satellites, Estonia’s internet revolution touches every corner – even rural farms and outer space. This report explores the state of Estonia’s internet…
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In-flight connectivity (IFC) via satellite has shifted from a luxury novelty to an expected amenity in air travel. As airlines emerge from the pandemic, they are accelerating investments in high-speed Wi-Fi to meet passenger demand and gain competitive edge. Recent surveys show that 83% of passengers are more likely to rebook with an airline that…
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Colombia has seen rapid growth in internet access, reaching roughly three-quarters of the population online as of 2024 datareportal.com. Mobile phones and home broadband have become common in urban areas, transforming how Colombians communicate, work, and learn. However, these gains also mask stark disparities – a deep digital divide separates well-connected cities from rural and…
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Maritime satellite services enable critical communications for ships and offshore assets anywhere on the globe. This report examines the technologies, providers, applications, market trends, and regulatory frameworks shaping the maritime satellite communication (MSC) industry. Technologies and Systems in Maritime Satellite Communications Modern maritime satcom systems can be broadly divided by service type and frequency bands:…
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Bosnia and Herzegovina’s internet landscape in 2025 is full of contradictions. On one hand, more people than ever are online – roughly 83% of the population uses the internet pulse.internetsociety.org – and mobile broadband coverage reaches almost the entire country. On the other hand, the fixed broadband infrastructure still lags behind regional standards, with fiber…
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