Straight Talk by Nimfa L. Estrellado “Access to the Internet is also access to more opportunities when it comes to livelihood, educat...
Straight Talk
by Nimfa L. Estrellado
“Access to the Internet is also access to more opportunities when it comes to livelihood, education and business. We want quality internet to be available to every Filipino,” said Sen. Bam Aquino, who sponsored and co-authored the measure as chairman of the Committee on Science and Technology.
According to reports the Senate has approved on third and final reading a measure that will establish free internet in public places and help fast-track the processing of permits for needed infrastructure and equipment to boost connectivity.
In previous committee hearings, Sen. Bam said telecommunications providers have lamented the tedious and slow process in getting the needed permits and certificates for their infrastructure and equipment.
“Matapos maisumite ang kumpletong requirements, may pitong araw lang ang isang ahensiya o tanggapan na ilabas ang resulta ng aplikasyon. Kapag sila’y nabigo, maituturing nang aprub ang aplikasyon,” said Sen. Bam.
Aside from Sen. Bam, other authors of the measure are Sens. Francis Pangilinan, Manny Pacquiao, Ralph Recto, Joel Villanueva and Cynthia Villar. Co-sponsors were Sens. Grace Poe, Recto and Pangilinan.
Is a free wifi a necessity or just a free nuisance? Let’s admit it: free internet in public spaces can be beneficial but can lead to nuisance too if the internet is slow and would cost the government money.
Everyone with internet has experienced slow connection at some point, they have been able to relate to this feeling loving and hating the internet. Perhaps multiple times a day.
The Benifits of Public Internet Access
1. Wi-Fi zones can become a key part of communication in a post-disaster or emergency situation.
2. Can still be a benefit to businesses. People can buy food from a restaurant while using free Wi-Fi.
3. Can still be a benefit to student. Many students don’t have a wifi or internet connections in their homes, public free internet would allow students to find a place where they can do their homework close to home, and where others can check their email, or even apply for a job.
4. Tourism and town promotion. In addition it will increase tourism in that area, the zone can be set up so that the area is seen by everyone who begins to use the free zone. This area can have a calendar of town or province events, a listing of local eateries, and a things to do in the town. They might just want to check their email, but each of those visitors will see what else the town can offer them as well.
In addition to helping to bridge the digital divide and becoming a communication tool during a disaster, a Wi-FI zone can send a signal that a town is informed forward-thinking, and ready to welcome positive change. I look forward to helping towns implement these zones over the next year and a half!
Many people can’t afford to have Internet or wifi in their homes which is unfortunate. So, a simple solution would be to have free wifi throughout cities. Using technology is inevitable in today’s world, so everyone should be able to use it or no one should be able to use it.
But some people said people would end up over using it. People would be more obssesed with their devices than they already are. People would not enjoy the moment instead of being on their phones all the time. Some people said it would also cost the city money. City would raise little tax to provide that service.
But like the statement I heard long ago: It’s not the situation, but whether we react negative or respond positive to the situation that is important. It’s how you use the free internet.
by Nimfa L. Estrellado
According to reports the Senate has approved on third and final reading a measure that will establish free internet in public places and help fast-track the processing of permits for needed infrastructure and equipment to boost connectivity.
In previous committee hearings, Sen. Bam said telecommunications providers have lamented the tedious and slow process in getting the needed permits and certificates for their infrastructure and equipment.
“Matapos maisumite ang kumpletong requirements, may pitong araw lang ang isang ahensiya o tanggapan na ilabas ang resulta ng aplikasyon. Kapag sila’y nabigo, maituturing nang aprub ang aplikasyon,” said Sen. Bam.
Aside from Sen. Bam, other authors of the measure are Sens. Francis Pangilinan, Manny Pacquiao, Ralph Recto, Joel Villanueva and Cynthia Villar. Co-sponsors were Sens. Grace Poe, Recto and Pangilinan.
Is a free wifi a necessity or just a free nuisance? Let’s admit it: free internet in public spaces can be beneficial but can lead to nuisance too if the internet is slow and would cost the government money.
Everyone with internet has experienced slow connection at some point, they have been able to relate to this feeling loving and hating the internet. Perhaps multiple times a day.
The Benifits of Public Internet Access
1. Wi-Fi zones can become a key part of communication in a post-disaster or emergency situation.
2. Can still be a benefit to businesses. People can buy food from a restaurant while using free Wi-Fi.
3. Can still be a benefit to student. Many students don’t have a wifi or internet connections in their homes, public free internet would allow students to find a place where they can do their homework close to home, and where others can check their email, or even apply for a job.
4. Tourism and town promotion. In addition it will increase tourism in that area, the zone can be set up so that the area is seen by everyone who begins to use the free zone. This area can have a calendar of town or province events, a listing of local eateries, and a things to do in the town. They might just want to check their email, but each of those visitors will see what else the town can offer them as well.
In addition to helping to bridge the digital divide and becoming a communication tool during a disaster, a Wi-FI zone can send a signal that a town is informed forward-thinking, and ready to welcome positive change. I look forward to helping towns implement these zones over the next year and a half!
Many people can’t afford to have Internet or wifi in their homes which is unfortunate. So, a simple solution would be to have free wifi throughout cities. Using technology is inevitable in today’s world, so everyone should be able to use it or no one should be able to use it.
But some people said people would end up over using it. People would be more obssesed with their devices than they already are. People would not enjoy the moment instead of being on their phones all the time. Some people said it would also cost the city money. City would raise little tax to provide that service.
But like the statement I heard long ago: It’s not the situation, but whether we react negative or respond positive to the situation that is important. It’s how you use the free internet.
No comments