Palau, a Pacific archipelago famed for its coral reefs and remote islands, has been rapidly modernizing its internet connectivity in recent years. As a small nation of about 18,000 people, Palau long faced challenges in digital access due to its isolated geography and limited infrastructure. Until 2017, Palau relied entirely on satellite links for internet,…
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France has made remarkable progress in expanding internet access nationwide through a diverse mix of technologies – from widespread fiber-optic broadband in cities to satellite links reaching remote hamlets. Today, the vast majority of French households can access high-speed internet. Fiber-optic (FTTH) networks have rapidly rolled out across urban and rural areas, replacing legacy DSL…
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Jamaica has made significant strides in internet connectivity, achieving an internet penetration rate of roughly 83–85% in recent years datareportal.com pulse.internetsociety.org. As of early 2024, about 2.4 million Jamaicans were internet users (out of a 2.83 million population) datareportal.com. By January 2025 the number of users stood at 2.37 million, representing 83.4% of the population…
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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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Guatemala’s internet landscape is a mix of rapid progress and persistent gaps. Over the past decade, millions of Guatemalans have come online, yet connectivity remains uneven between bustling cities and remote rural villages. This report provides a comprehensive overview of internet access in Guatemala – from the national infrastructure of fiber-optic cables and mobile networks,…
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Vietnam’s internet landscape has transformed dramatically over the past decades, evolving from dial-up connections in the 1990s to today’s fiber-optic networks and upcoming satellite services. This report provides a comprehensive overview of internet connectivity in Vietnam as of 2023–2025, covering the infrastructure backbone, usage patterns, key players, government policies, costs and speeds, challenges, innovations, and…
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Saint Lucia is experiencing a quiet digital revolution. Once limited by slow connections and spotty coverage, the island now boasts fiber-optic broadband, ubiquitous mobile internet, and even satellite links beaming connectivity from space. This report explores every facet of internet access in Saint Lucia – from the major service providers and infrastructure, to government initiatives…
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Jordan has emerged as one of the Middle East’s more connected nations, with over 90% of its population now online freedomhouse.org. Driven by ambitious digital strategies and telecom sector investments, the country’s internet infrastructure spans modern fiber-optic networks, widespread mobile broadband, and new satellite services like Starlink. This report provides a comprehensive overview of internet…
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