As we become a web-centric world, the demands of being digital are increasing. Having said that, it is a must that everyone should have access to the internet to stay connected and informed. Good news as Cavite is the first province to launch free Wi-Fi services in the area.
According to the article shared by Rappler, the Lingkod Kabitenyo program seeks to provide free Wi-Fi access to everyone in the area, especially, schools and households next year. Moreover, the said initiative was officially launched last December 14, 2015. It was also mentioned in the article that according to Camille del Rosario, provincial information technology officer, confirmed that some residents have started using the service during the first phase last December 9.
The funny governor of Cavite, Jonvic Remulla.
The first phase of the said service will cover eight (8) cities and municipalities that have the largest percentage of Cavite’s population. Here are they are:
- Bacoor
- Imus
- Dasmarinas
- General Trias
- Silang
- Tanza
- Rosario
- And capital Trece Martires City
How to avail the service?
- Cavite residents can connect to the network named “LINKod Kabitenyo.”
- A pop-up message will appear where you’re required to register and upload a photo of a valid ID.
Who can use the service?
Everyone can use the service, but priority is given to the following users:
- Students – one hour per day with 50 MB volume quota and 1 MBps
- Teachers – one hour per day with 50 MB volume quota and 2 MBps
- Civil Servants involved in public safety and disaster management.
Apparently, last 2014, the Senate had recommended an increase in the budget for the Department of Science and Technology to develop wi-fi spots in the country. All projects about a free- wide Wi-FI service is still under bidding process, as per December 2015 DOST report.
Admittedly, free Wi-Fi service will definitely help everyone, especially those people who are on the go or ran out of phone minutes to call someone for help.
What can you say about this story? Do you think this is beneficial for the city? What are your thoughts?
