Cisco, UN to address Philippine's IT gap

18.04.2006

Sulit revealed Internet connection was the most challenging and most expensive part of their activities, as some schools were connected via satellite dish or VSAT and microwave. He did not disclose the amount but said everything was paid for by the USAID.

He said through all these ICT activities, Cisco and UNV are looking towards not only bridging the digital divide in the Philippines, but also to show volunteerism as a key factor in the success of the ICT4D (Information and Communications Technology for Development) activities.