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IJET International Journal of Engineering and Technology E-ISSN 2227-524X

Socio Technical Impact of Broadband Services in Baluchistan

Authors and Affiliations

  • Saira Ahthasham
  • Aftab Ahmed Shaikh Balochistan University of Information Technology Engineering & Management Sciences (BUITEMS) Quetta - Pakistan
  • Muhammad Iqbal
  • Ahtsham Sajid
  • Amir Shahzad

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Abstract

Broadband infrastructure is a key component of knowledge economy. Broadband service both on fixed and mobile networks are becoming an indicator of the knowledge economy. Globally it is viewed    that countries with developed broadband infrastructures are working more efficiently and effectively towards social and economic growth. To achieve worldwide broadband connectivity level Government of Pakistan and industry must play a combine role for the betterment and improvement of the said industry. Government and market players must come up with innovative broadband packages that can capture the customer demand. This paper analysis market trends, customer expectation and socio-technical impact of broadband service in Baluchistan.

Author Biography

  • Aftab Ahmed Shaikh, Balochistan University of Information Technology Engineering & Management Sciences (BUITEMS) Quetta - Pakistan
    Associate Professor Faculty of Information and Communication Technology (FICT) Balochistan University of Information Technology Engineering & Management Sciences (BUITEMS) Quetta - Pakistan

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Ahthasham, S., Shaikh, A. A., Iqbal, M., Sajid, A., & Shahzad, A. (2012). Socio Technical Impact of Broadband Services in Baluchistan. International Journal of Engineering and Technology, 1(2), 77-93. https://doi.org/10.14419/ijet.v1i2.76