The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has revealed that the speeds of "fixed" and "mobile" internet increased during June 2020, making the UAE second in the world in mobile internet speed, and 23 globally in fixed broadband internet.
She emphasized that the telecommunications sector networks are working very well, in light of changing patterns of use for subscribers, as a result of work and distance learning, calling on users to ensure that they use "Wi-Fi" systems appropriate to their places of residence, according to their size and needs.
Internet speed
In detail, the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) revealed that the average speed of broadband internet from a mobile phone in June 2020 rose to 107 Mbps, so that the UAE maintains its advanced global ranking "second" in this indicator, compared to 87 Mbps in December 2019 .
"Regulating communications", in response to the questions of "Emirates Today", that the average speed of broadband internet "fixed line" rose last June to 117 megabits per second, raising the country's ranking to 23rd in the world in broadband internet speed, compared to 91 Mbps in December 2019 when it ranked 30th globally.
The authority pointed out that these values monitor the average or the most common speeds used by consumers, while mobile and fixed networks in the country allow different speeds and various packages, depending on the generation of the mobile network, or the chosen fixed network technology.
Networking performance
The «Telecommunications Regulatory Authority» confirmed that it is coordinating with the licensors, Emirates Telecommunications Company (Etisalat) and the company «du» of the Emirates Integrated Communications Company, in addition to monitoring the performance of networks, and ensuring the continuity of its effectiveness under the current conditions caused by the emerging corona virus (Covid -19), especially during peak hours.
She stressed that broadband and high-speed communication networks are among the most important pillars of achieving communication, the business continuity process, the smooth passage of information between users, and the support of software and applications that allow work and distance learning.
Demand growth
The «Telecommunications Regulatory Authority» stated that it noticed a clear increase in the demand for communication services in general, and an increase in the number of visits to social networking sites, and applications of distance learning and work, which was attributed to the initiatives launched by the authority in coordination with the licensee, to provide a number of services without fees , Especially applications used for voice or video calling over the Internet and distance learning platforms.
The authority emphasized that the telecommunications sector networks are working very well, in light of changing aspects and usage patterns of subscribers, as a result of work and distance learning, as a result of the licensee making sure that their networks were designed and engineered in accordance with the highest standards.
Tips for users
The authority advised users to ensure that they obtain the appropriate packages and packages (internet speeds) to meet their needs, and to ensure the use of "Wi-Fi" systems suitable for their places of residence, according to their size and needs, and follow up on the authority's account in social media, to obtain tips related to improving the experience of use And protection.
She explained that the choice of the router or «router», for example, depends on the needs of the user and the technologies used, and whether the user needs just a browsing service, or watching games and videos that need high speeds, as well as the space and design, and the number of people used Noting the importance of placing the routers outdoors.
The authority stressed the importance of conducting a test of the speed and performance of the Internet connection, so that if the result is not compatible with the user's data package, then the operator is contacted, but if it is compatible but the speed is slow, it is possible that this is due to the website or application used.
Business Continuity and Distance Learning
The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) confirmed that, with the onset of the Corona crisis, telecommunications companies upgraded networks and performed repeated tests to ensure business continuity and the success of the distance learning system.
She added that free data packages were provided to use the applications that provide audio and video communication via the Internet, with the aim of supporting the state’s efforts to encourage residents to stay in their homes, and to communicate remotely with family and friends, as well as the pursuit of telecommunications companies in the country, and in coordination between the Ministry of Education and the Authority Regulating communications, to provide the necessary packages of data for free (mobile Internet), to access the distance learning feature, for families without home internet.
- The average speed of mobile broadband internet has risen to 107 Mbps.