DICT-13 capacitates users on GovNet
By Jo Eufrey D. Felias
BUTUAN CITY -- The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Caraga spearheaded an orientation and training session for GovNet Project site coordinators on July 31 at the Pavilion Watergate Hotel, Butuan City.
The participants were taught on troubleshooting,
networking, and end-user responsibilities, allowing them to have a deeper
understanding of their roles in the project and a renewed commitment to
advancing digital infrastructure in the Caraga region.
The activity substantiated the key topics on operation and
maintenance, basic networking, fiber optic technologies, and the roles of DICT, Advanced
Science and Technology Institute (ASTI), and contractors in
technical support and bandwidth optimization, capacitating the site
coordinators and participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to
effectively manage and maintain the network.
Engr. Cynthia V. Plaza, the GovNet project focal, delivered an
insightful briefing of the project, emphasizing the dual approach in enhancing
digital connectivity.
“For internal operations, government agencies will rely on the GovNet
which utilizes fiber-optic technology. For the general public, various
strategies, including provincial network (PROVINET) that leverages GovNet’s
fiber as an internet source, are being implemented,” said Engr. Plaza.
“However, these services are exclusively for government use and are not
available to private entities.” she added.
Plaza also highlighted the successful expansion of
GovNet Butuan to the city's west side saying, “By enhancing
internet connectivity for various government agencies, the GovNet Butuan aims
to streamline operations, improve communication, and ultimately provide better
services for the Butuanons.”
“GovNet
is operational here in Butuan City, and we have plans to expand the project to
other provinces in the region,’ she disclosed.
Also, the session cited PIA Caraga as a beneficiary of the project and
the collaboration of DICT and Philippine Information Agency (PIA) in the effective delivery of accurate,
relevant and timely information to the Caraganons.
"DICT Caraga supports PIA Caraga’s unique platforms, especially the
conduct of the Kapihan sa Bagong Pilipinas that requires reliable internet
connectivity to sustain online engagement and to deliver grassroots
communication," Plaza underscored.
Since its launch in 2017, GovNet Project has made significant strides in expanding connectivity and enhancing service quality, and with ongoing advancements and future goals as DICT Caraga remains committed to delivering reliable and impactful solutions for communities across the region. (JEDF/PIA-Caraga)
