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The Communication Enhancement through Telecommunication (ComET) project.

A Blake1

  • 1SPC Noumea, BP D5, 98 848 Noumea, New Caledonia. alb@spc.int

Pacific Health Dialog
|October 9, 2001
PubMed
Summary

The ComET project improved communication for the Secretariat of the Pacific Community (SPC) by installing satellite technology. This enhanced program delivery to member countries affordably.

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Area of Science:

  • Information and Communication Technology
  • International Development
  • Telecommunications

Background:

  • Previous internet and PACNET use for program delivery by the Secretariat of the Pacific Community (SPC) was hindered by low availability and high telecommunication costs.
  • Limited bandwidth (28.8 kbps in Noumea, 1.9 kbps in Suva) and lack of affordable capacity upgrades restricted earlier communication efforts.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To address communication challenges faced by the Secretariat of the Pacific Community (SPC) in delivering programs to member nations.
  • To implement a cost-effective and high-speed communication solution for improved program delivery.

Main Methods:

  • Installation of 7.2-meter antennas and associated equipment at SPC offices in Noumea and Suva.
  • Utilized the PAS2 satellite for 24-hour high-speed transmission of voice, data, and video traffic.
  • Integrated with the internet via the Celeris high-speed backbone, connecting to member countries and globally.

Main Results:

  • The ComET project enabled 24-hour satellite access, significantly increasing communication capacity.
  • High-speed data, voice, and video transmission capabilities were established.
  • Program delivery to SPC member countries was demonstrably improved through enhanced connectivity.

Conclusions:

  • The ComET project successfully overcame previous communication barriers faced by the SPC.
  • The implemented satellite solution provides affordable, high-speed communication, enhancing program delivery within budget.
  • This technological upgrade facilitates better connectivity between the SPC, its member countries, and the global community.

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