INTERNET: Slow web browsing is affecting internet users across Pakistan as the government tests a new firewall system. This disruption has impacted e-commerce businesses, online freelancers, and regular users, making it difficult for anyone to work or use the internet efficiently.
In response, many Pakistanis have turned to VPNs to connect online. While the government is aware of how to block VPNs, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has chosen not to enforce such measures, citing concerns over the potential harm to the business community.
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It remains unclear how long this internet slowdown will continue and when Pakistanis can expect to resume normal browsing speeds. The uncertainty is adding to the frustration of millions who rely on the internet for work and daily activities.
After months of speculation about the installation of a so-called ‘firewall’ that could be leading to internet disruptions, the country’s IT minister finally confirmed on Thursday that the government was indeed upgrading its ‘web management system’ to cope with cyber security threats.
Despite the rather ambiguous terminology used by Minister of State for Information Technology and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja, this was the first time an official had acknowledged the government’s actions, which have been blamed for everything from slow browsing speeds, the arbitrary blocking of social media platforms and WhatsApp connectivity issues on mobile data. – DAWN News
The future of Information Technology (IT), E-commerce, Software houses, Freelancers and the students is in the hands of the Government now.
Either the government is willing to send us back in stone age or some controlled internet model similar to China.
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