Armenia is a landlocked country located in the South Caucasus region of Eurasia, situated between Europe and Asia. It is bordered by Turkey to the west, Georgia to the north, Azerbaijan to the east, and Iran to the south. The capital and largest city is Yerevan. Armenia is known for its rich cultural heritage, ancient history, and significant contributions to the development of early Christianity, being one of the first countries to adopt Christianity as a state religion in the early 4th century. The Armenian Highlands are noted for their mountainous terrain and the presence of Mount Ararat, which holds cultural significance for Armenians. The official language is Armenian, and the country has a population that primarily identifies as ethnically Armenian. Armenia’s history is marked by a series of invasions and geopolitical changes, including periods of independence and foreign domination. The country has a distinct cultural identity reflected in its architecture, literature, and traditions.
Historical Development of Internet Infrastructure and Policies Armenia’s journey to modern internet connectivity began in the 1990s with a single dominant telecom operator. After independence in 1991, the national operator ArmenTel (initially part-owned by Greece’s OTE, later by Russia’s VimpelCom) held a legal monopoly over telephony and internet services. This monopoly, granted in 1998, hindered…
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