What is an
eLink Telecentre?
The eLINK telecentres will offer communication round the clock through
the Internet - ‘World Wide Web’ of computers. The Internet carries
information and even has ordering services easily accessible by the
public visiting the telecentres can be provided. There will be personal
computers for those who wish to use Internet with or without the
assistance of a telecentre attendant.
Typically, a telecentre offers a range of
communication and information services to the public. A telecentre has a
role to play in regions where communication access is scarce or
unaffordable to most people. It is centrally located in a town and
managed in a business-like manner. This is necessary to ensure
sustainability and good customer service.
The most usage of the eLink telecentres is
expected to be made by: commercial farmers; professional service
providers in health, agriculture and education; traders; civic leaders;
students. Lower income groups will indirectly benefit from the
telecentres, as more, better and quicker services will reach their
towns.
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