Broadband, internet for rural areas
Students need more exposure:
Sanjeevi JAYASURIYA
The internet facility should be made available for all students in
the country to achieve benefits from the evolvement of the ICT industry.
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Ashok Pathirage |
The internet is the key for modern development to take place and
students should gain exposure with the rest of the world. However, the
regulatory framework needs to be expanded fast to accommodate the
changing needs of the ICT industry, Softlogic Holdings Chairman Ashok
Pathirage told Daily News Business.
“The country should retain computer professionals within the industry
as we are losing our talents to international markets. However,
opportunities for skill development need to be given to locals as well
as in foreign countries,” he said.
“The country is in the right direction and the path to reap the
benefits from this emerging sector. The development in the ICT industry
will take time and there is lot more to be done, Pathirage said.
“It is important to be computer literate in dealing with modern day
business environment. We need to enhance facilities and access to the
internet in rural areas.
“Broadband facilities should be geared to cater to the growing demand
for services. Infrastructure facilities should be upgraded to ensure
wider coverage,” Pathirage said. |
