In an effort to reduce the digital divide and promote technological inclusion, the ICT Secretariat of Cundinamarca, in collaboration with the Ministry of the sector and other strategic partners, has launched an ambitious project that will bring Satellite Internet to 88 rural communities in the region. department. This initiative seeks to provide internet access in those areas where, due to their geographical location, connectivity is limited or non-existent.
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The implementation of this project will be carried out in phases, prioritizing in its initial stage 33 municipalities of Cundinamarca that will benefit from this technology. The ICT Secretariat has worked hard to install the necessary infrastructure and ensure a stable and reliable connection in these remote communities.
The implementation process of Satellite Internet in the rural areas of Cundinamarca includes:
1. Characterization of the benefited communities
2. Evaluation of the specific needs of each of them
3. Determination of the scope and capacity of the project
4. Installation of the necessary infrastructure to guarantee a stable and reliable connection
The ICT Secretary (E), Julián Prada, highlighted the importance of bringing connectivity to remote places that were previously disconnected. “We are working hard to install the necessary infrastructure and guarantee a stable and reliable connection,” said Prada, emphasizing the ICT Secretariat’s commitment to this project.
The Satellite Internet initiative in Cundinamarca not only seeks to provide internet access, but also to close the digital divide and provide equal opportunities to all people, regardless of their geographic location. Internet access is considered a fundamental tool for the social, economic and educational development of rural communities.
The ICT Secretariat and its strategic partners have carried out careful planning to ensure that beneficiary communities can take full advantage of the benefits of connectivity. This includes the training and support necessary so that the inhabitants of these areas can use digital tools effectively.
The implementation of Satellite Internet in rural areas of Cundinamarca represents a significant step towards digital inclusion and the reduction of inequalities in access to technology. This project will not only benefit the 88 selected communities, but will also lay the foundation for future expansions and improvements in the department’s rural connectivity.
With this project, Cundinamarca is positioned as a reference in the promotion of connectivity and digital inclusion in Colombia. The ICT Secretariat and its strategic partners continue to work to ensure that all communities, regardless of their location, have access to the opportunities and benefits provided by the internet.
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