2 issue why internet slow in phillipines

2 issue why internet slow in phillipines

The Internet has changed the way we live. It has improved the way we communicate with people and how we share information. However, the Internet can also cause problems especially when it is not working as advertised or used as a tool for criminal acts. Filipinos are very familiar with such problems. Here are ten examples to start with, some are mundane while some are serious.

1. Slow and expensive internet

A big check for everyone? Although the state of the Internet in the country is better compared to, let’s say, ten years ago? Our country is still lagging in internet speed and is more expensive compared to other countries in Asia. This has already attracted the attention of our lawmakers and government agencies although I wonder how they are handling it so far.

1. No 3G, 4G LTE coverage or connectivity

Majority of Filipinos have smartphones and tablets and they mostly use these mobile devices to access the Internet. In this case, we rely on 3G and 4G LTE networks to stay connected. However, despite telcos advertising that they have the capacity and coverage in major areas, quality is not always consistent. This creates trust issues especially when telcos advertise…