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PTA Responds to Slow Internet Complaints
The Pakistan Telecommunications Authority (PTA) addressed complaints of slow internet services across the country during a Senate Standing Committee meeting.
Committee Members’ Concerns
Senators Afnanullah and Humayun expressed concerns about e-commerce platforms leaving Pakistan due to low internet speeds, impacting business activities.
Internet Speed Issues
Users are facing difficulties uploading and downloading media files on WhatsApp, highlighting the severity of the issue.
PTA’s Response
PTA officials claimed they didn’t receive complaints about slow internet speeds, shifting the blame to cellular networks rather than WiFi services.
Firewall Installation
The meeting was supposed to discuss firewall installations, but PTA officials’ unavailability postponed the agenda.
Government’s Decision
The government plans to install a firewall across Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to control social media and regulate internet traffic.
Deep Packet Inspection
The firewall features deep packet inspection (DPI) technology, allowing for data monitoring up to the seventh layer.
Regulating Internet
The move aims to regulate internet traffic and social media, following the Punjab government’s enactment of the Defamation Law 2024.
Impact on Internet Users
The slow internet speeds and potential firewall installation raise concerns about internet freedom and user experience in Pakistan.
Internet Freedom at Risk
The Pakistani government’s decision to install a firewall across ISPs has sparked concerns about internet freedom and censorship.
Regulating Social Media
The move aims to control social media and regulate internet traffic, but critics fear it may lead to excessive censorship and surveillance.
Balancing Regulation and Freedom
Pakistan needs to strike a balance between regulating the internet and protecting user freedom, ensuring that measures taken do not stifle economic growth or infringe on human rights.
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