Icasa set to release spectrum to meet increased network demand – but it may only be temporary
Insiders said that once the state of disaster ended, the relief spectrum would be withdrawn.
“The intervention is necessary because most people are working from home, and this has added traffic to the telecommunication networks. There is also a spike in global broadband demand,” said a person close to the process. The intervention will enable the telecom industry to meet demand for the duration of the state of disaster.
“Home schooling is also a possibility in the next few months, and it will need more effective broadband. The relief will grant the industry more capacity so that the economy can thrive. It will also enhance the quality of teleconferencing and one’s experience of working from home, as well as improve rural connectivity,” said the source.“We need to make sure that we do not close competition.
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