and IT technologies as well as on telecom markets liberalization In a global society undergoing a significant transformation process in the
Internet, as an info disseminating environment and supplying services and content creating new markets, thus contributing to a growth in economic productivity.
Having in view that the spread of Internet benefices depends more and more on Internet high speed access availability for citizens and companies, an increased
use of broadband communication services was identified as major objective 4 In this context, it became obvious that Romania also needs a political
The current strategy is based on data in the Diagnosis Analysis †Report on communication services in broadband (Roland Berger 2006) and on those supplied by the National Authority in
rapid transmission of a huge volume of data, so that the access to a wide range of
definition which is based only on the quantitative dimension of the Internet connections, emphasizing the transfer speed of 144 kbps as a threshold for
delimiting connections in broadband as compared to those in narrowband In order to monitor the development of broadband access availability we must
Internet, at a transfer speed of at least 1 Mbs (value increasing progressively) and a monthly availability degree of at least 98%,providing the maximum interactivity and
accessed by Internet. â€oe When applying the definition, the following characteristics shall be taken into consideration
accessed by Internet 6 •The value of the transfer speed of minimum 1 Mbs is applied to connections on
Thus, taking into consideration the data in the table above and the fact that there
zone any locality with 10,000 inhabitants at most, where at least one internet services provider is present
distributed, access to specific applications and large data traffic generators. At the same time it supposes the existence of broadband communication infrastructure as
The announced investments by companies as Infineon, Motorola, Nokia or Ruwel in research-development centers in Romania are relevant for illustrating the potential of
and that of digital communications is still at an initial stage, and the development of new business models is depending on attracting a critical mass of users.
In the context of Romania†s current development and its opening towards the European and global economy, the business environment shall become a major consumer of
attracting users From the point of view of the main influence zones, broadband communication benefits are to be found at the level of the public administration
Thus, we can develop data basis (e-Tourism, e-Culture that favor the development of the digital content of cultural type, including in tourism
administrative tax payment, of transmitting data and answering in electronic format as well as of giving useful info as regards certifications and authorizations (e
services by setting up data basis nationally concerning health of patients in hospitals and at the level of medical clinics (e-Health) and developing telemedicine services
facilities in digital economy or information society For the common consumer, besides facilities provided by broadband
electronic communications market as regards internet services providing. If mid -11 2006, we had 2, 66 million connections of internet access, mid 2008 the number
personal computers and the information available at the level of internet networks as well as the continuous development of services using as support the internet created
a trend for young people and even a way of life All this made possible this significant growth of internet access connections
Statistical data concerning electronic communication market in Romania in the first half of 2008, reported by providers to the National Authority for
connections to internet. According to data reported by internet providers, in June 2008, in Romania, there were approximately 2, 27 million broadband access
connections to the internet provided at fixed points, with 760,000 more than in the similar period of 2007 (1, 51 millions) and 1, 42 millions broadband access
connections to the internet provided on mobile points, with 420,000 more than the corresponding period of 2007 (1 million
Table 1: Dynamics of the total number of access connections to the internet, depending on the connecting means and
access speed during 30.06.2006-30.06.2008 Source: ANC Indicators 30.06.06 31.12.06 30.06.07 31.12.07 30.06.08 Fixed points connections
subscriptions for internet access and f mobile phone users on subscription basis with internet access by EDGE, CDMA
EV DO, 3g50 Narrowband access connections at mobile points †subscriptions for internet access and mobile phones users on
subscription basis with internet access by CSD, GPRS Broadband access connections at mobile points †prepaid
cards for internet access and mobile phone users on prepaid cards with access to internet by EDGE, 3g12
Narrowband access connections at mobile points †mobile phone users on prepaid cards basis with access to the
internet by GPRS43 abs. mil) abs. mil) abs. mil) abs. mil) abs. mil 0, 69 1, 09 1, 51 1, 95 2, 27
0, 38 0, 34 0, 33 0, 20 0, 02 0, 50 0, 68 0, 82 1, 06 1, 10
Dynamics of the number of broadband access connections to the internet provided at fixed points
internet at fixed points out of which -dial up, ISDN Dedicated access, out of which a) coaxial cable
c2 WI-FI connections c3 Wimax connections c4 Other types of radio connections d) xdsl (metal molding wires
other supports e) UTP/FTP connections satellite, other means out of which e1 UTP/FTP cable
broadband connections contracted by household users increased by 53%.%The greatest value in the total number of dedicated access internet broadband
connections at fix points still belongs to the UTP/FTP cable connections (52,5 %followed by xdsl connections (22,5%)and by coaxial cable connections (19,6
Structure of the total number of dedicated access internet connections, depending on the support used, on 30.06.2008
Data published by the European commission show that, despite the diminishing of economic growth perspectives in general, broadband internet development
continued at EU level with an increase of 19,23%during July 2007-July 2008. On
reduced use of personal computers (only 35%of the households have access to a PC), a reduced coverage of electronic broadband
communication services (30%of the population lives in cities with no coverage of broadband communication services) and low incomes, especially in the rural zones1
Evolution of the penetration rate of broadband internet dedicated access connections during 31.12.2003 †30.06.2008
Total no. of broadband internet dedicated access mil Penetration rate for 100 inhabitants66 %Number broadband internet dedicated access
provided to clients, natural persons (mil Penetration rate for 100 households67 %0, 01 0, 10 0, 38 1, 09 1, 95 2, 27
Penetration rate for broadband internet dedicated access for 100 inhabitants=no. of broadband internet dedicated access connections
Penetration rate of broadband internet dedicated access connections for 100 households=no. Of broadband internet dedicated access
connections/no. of Romania†s households*100; no. of households=7. 320.202 (source: INS, Population and households†census, March
Evolution of the penetration broadband internet dedicated access connections during 31.12.2003 †30.06.2008 Source: ANC
Out of the total number of internet dedicated access connections a significant percentage belongs to natural persons, approximately 87%,the remaining
Structure of the total number internet dedicated access connections, depending on customers†category Evolution during 30.06.2006-30.06.2008
internet dedicated access connections out of which a) subscribers natural persons b) subscribers legal persons 0, 12 0, 69
As concerns the market of internet dedicated access connections at the level of institutions and companies, it is dominated by TV cable and fiber optics connections
15 Thus, 37%of the total number of dedicated access connections existing in the selected companies and institutions are on fiber optics support,
while 33%are on TV cable support. Then we have dedicated xdsl connections (14%)and UTP/FTP
Internet dedicated access connections depending on the type of infrastructure, existing in companies and institutions Source:
86%)where we have dedicated internet access connection, have subscriptions with unlimited monthly traffic, while 7%of the companies and institutions use monthly
According to data provided by ANC for the next period companies and institutions intend to purchase a broadband connection at high speed transfer, this
followed by TV cable connections 16 II. 2 SWOT analysis Strong points ï¿Accelerated dynamics of the number of broadband connections
Penetration in ascending tendency of mobile phone (123%coverage ï¿High penetration rate of CATV networks (75%coverage
Long distance data transportation networks are developed well ï¿The purchase cost terminals (PCS, laptops, mobile phones, mobile
smartphone, etc) is rather low as compared to previous years Weak points ï¿Low penetration and use rates of the internet as compared to the average at
European level ï¿Major differences between penetration rates of broadband networks in the urban and rural environment
ï¿Access problems on local loop (implementation of unconditioned access on the local loop, the systematization process of local networks photographed
users and offers the possibility to choose the most efficient method of communication in a given situation.
users or their special needs in order to obtain a maximum of benefits from broadband services in the sense of including them socially
-penetration rate of PC at the level of the population -penetration rate of broadband connections at the level of the
computer at the level of companies -penetration rate of broadband connections at the level of companies
computers with access to broadband connections -penetration of public buildings with broadband connections Providing relevant
-Number of users of e -learning services -%of companies with their own web site -%of companies using e
computers and Internet -the degree of digital alphabetization of the public administration Based on the objectives formulated before the elaboration of the strategy on the
•Education of consumers and inclusion of disadvantaged groups of users III. 3. Monitoring indicators
Internet for interacting with public authorities 2. 6 10 50 Percentage of use of e-government
Rate of available computers at households level 26 (in 2006 40 60 Percentage of persons that use the
Internet for educational and instruction purposes 2. 3 (in 2006) 10 40 Penetration rate of broadband
broadband connections to the Internet, either regarding access, or the digital content Their administration by different entities leads unfortunately to a duplication of
and instruments belonging to the information technology 26 For meeting objectives regionally, the Working group shall contribute to
-to collect and centralize statistical data related to the process of equipping the population with reception devices
communication sector versus operation of telecommunication projects and effective implementation of demarches provisioned for in the strategy
information technology All the measures aiming to meet the national strategy objectives, including those concerning the infrastructure shall be approved within this group.
COMMITTEE FOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND COMMUNICATIONS Third Parliamentary Forum on Shaping the Information Society â€oeict and the Global Economic crisis:
developing a digital economy, the promotion of low-carbon, encouraging development of new products and modernizing education and training sector.
market for digital, based on quickly and ultra-fast internet and interoperable applications, enabling all wide access for broadband by 2013, universal access to
much higher speed internet (30 Mbps or more) by 2020 and subscribing 50%or more of European households to over 100 Mbps Internet connection.
EU Commission will strive to •provide a stable legal framework, to stimulate investment in an open and
competitive infrastructure for high-speed Internet and related services •develop an effective spectrum policy •facilitate the use of EU structural funds to achieve this agenda
Web services in EU) to enjoy high levels of security and confidence, a balanced regulatory framework with well defined rights, the strengthening of multi-territory
•promote the access to the Internet for all the European citizens, in particular through measures to support skills and accessibility of digital services
2. Promoting the use of the Internet, safety and trust through increased accessibility and electronic integration of all EU citizens, fostering innovation in small
companies and protection of personal data 5â Â 3. European Charter of rights of electronic communications services users
which will include the rights of all end users of electronic communications services regardless of the chosen supplier
4. Market development and digital content. A major objective of the new strategy is to achieve a single European market in this area, together with
and to promote the development of mobile broadband as the proper solution for Romania, considering the intense progress of mobile telephony market
Recent data (April 2010) provided by ANCOM show a 12.4%increase in the number of fixed broadband connections at the end of 2009 versus the same period
These preliminary data indicate a penetration rate of broadband fixed connections at 13.1%of the population and
In addition, the active mobile broadband connections to access points dramatically increased with about 65 %from 1. 5 million at the end of 2008 to 2. 5 million connections at the end of 2009
groups of users To support the development of broadband infrastructure and services Ministry of Communications and Information (MCSI) will call on the Structural Funds
where there is no currently Internet service 7â Â providers. MCSI is the direct beneficiary of the funds.
especially Internet services. A first step in this direction was made last year by installing 211 hotspots (wireless network providing free Internet service in a public
area) in 34 counties. In 2010, a number of 300 access points will be installed all over the country
Thus, users in urban areas have a great diversity of services offered; users in rural areas are facing either the problem of limited choice
option, having access to a single supplier or a limited number of suppliers for most
•Ensuring until 31 december 2012 access to public telephone network, fixed point, for every citizen of Romania
•Ensure access to public pay telephones •Ensure equal conditions for disabled users 8â
 The new strategy will focus on the development of both fixed and mobile networks that can provide services at a fixed point.
identify the best approach to ensure availability of basic telecommunications services for all EU citizens.
telecommunications sector were settled back to 2002 and they guarantee citizens †access to public telephone networks and services such as basic Internet access
The public consultation is meant to find out whether these rules and definitions for universal service should be updated for the digital age,
telecommunications sector by the end of 2010 The Commission is seeking views on the following key areas
service has been created for traditional telecommunications services, through voice but is this approach valid in today's dynamic digital environment?
access and use basic telecommunications services •Broadband: A comprehensive coverage of broadband is crucial to boost
telecommunications or other policy options would be more effective •A national flexibility and a coordinated approach at EU level:
development of telecommunications markets, availability of broadband, the consumers adoption and governments reactions to so-called"digital division†may
a financial contribution from the telecom sector to ensure universal coverage of broadband or intervene should the public purse
Romanian Government decided to implement digital terrestrial television services nationally and completing the elimination of analog television services until January
1, 2012. The strategy seeks •Achieving full and effective transition from analogue television services in the
UHF frequency band to DIGITAL TV services in the DVB-T type and complete cessation of analogue emissions until January 1, 2012
•Establishing procedures for public access to television services and digital media •Identify tools
and best intervention measures to encourage switching relative to target parties (consumers, equipment manufacturers, broadcasters
potential users of spectrum freed etc •The balanced development of infrastructure to provide digital television
services via terrestrial broadcasts, throughout the country 10â  •Implementation of legislative measures necessary to ensure shared use of
so end user can have access to all existing sources (TV) without any need of multiple receiver sets of equipment
antenna, decoder, etc •Establish optimal solutions while the switching and analog transmissions will be digital broadcast simultaneously, in parallel,
conversion of analog transmitters with minimum impact on television reception •Establish general principles for developing a framework capable of
television services, ensuring: the compliance of pluralistic expression of ideas and opinions in the content of audiovisual media services transmitted by service
•Implementation of digital television services DVB-H, DVB-T HD-type and/or other future technologies, according to market demand for such services
regard to the need for public service television and competitiveness while maintaining a fair market and the principle of technological neutrality
•Presentation of the national radio frequency plan, in order to implement 5 national digital multiplex in the UHF band, a national digital multiplex in the VHF
The first stage of transition to digital television is to grant two national digital multiplex.
A first step has already been done by the national telecom authority ANCOM) by setting frequency division multiplex in the GE06 plan so that the first
•Facilitate obtaining data, information and real-time reports •Application of general indicators regarding the development of Information
processing data, information and updated documents B. Streamline relations with public institutions •Increased access to electronic public services
•Ensure protection of personal data •Increased performance of public services through electronic government •Supporting decentralization processes
•Reassessment of host status for data •Increased competitiveness and development of economic operators through
•Introduction of detailed statistics available to all users, which can make comparisons on how the procurement is conducted
•Law no. 455 of 18 july 2001 on Electronic signatures •Law no. 451/1 November 2004 regarding time mark
•Law nr. 677 of 21 november 2001 on Protection of Personal data Processing and free movement of such date, with subsequent Amendments
organization and operation of the Special Telecommunications Service, with subsequent amendments, Draft Law on the approval of Government Emergency
Committee for Information technology and Communications in the Chamber of Deputies, after discussions with MCSI representatives and meetings with
The Committee for Information technology and Communications in the Chamber of deputies discussed and elaborated some initiatives in collaboration with
-Draft Law on single database (national electronic registers -Amendments to the Law nr. 161 of 2003, amendments specify measures to
1 Data available in December 2012. This table presents the available data for each indicator in the
latest update of each source Population and territory The Autonomous Community of the Balearic Islands is located in the Mediterranean sea along
October 2012 data The unemployment rate in Balearic islands in 2011 (21,96%)is well above the European average (9, 70%)and the OECD countries
Companies with computer 98,4 98,6 Companies with Local area network 90,9 86,4 Companies with internet 97,9 97,2
Companies with broadband 99,5 99,4 Company to use e-commerce 58,7 51,4 Personal computer using 50,1 53,5
Staff using internet 42,7 43,8 Companies with website 66,6 67,0 Companies using digital signature 28,0 24,4
Employees who received ICT training 13,8 17,4 Net domestic ICT market (thousands of euros) 189,5 1, 49
%PUBLIC SECTOR Companies interact with AAPP 83,0 84,0 Companies interacting with the Administration: complete electronic management
47,1 52,6 Population that interacts with government: information gathering 42,1 53,7 Population that interacts with government:
Households with computer 74,1 71,5 Households with Internet 69,0 63,9 Households with broadband 66,5 61,9
Households with mobile phone 96,0 95,1 TV households 99,6 99,5 Population using computer 68,0 69,3 Population accessing Internet 70,1 67,1
Population purchase through internet 22,6 18,9 Source: Regional sheets of the New Economy. N-economy
The equipment and use of ICT in households, has increased in Balearic Islands in the last years
Source: Regional sheets of the New Economy. Baleares. N-Economics. June 2012 SOCIO ECONOMIC DIAGNOSIS
Population and territory Information Society
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