Wireless connectivity for remote and arctic areas:food for thought

Abstract This paper addresses various aspects that should be considered to improve the digital inclusion of remote, and specifically arctic areas, so that the geographical location would play a lesser role in equality among the people. To this end, technological challenges and potential solutions ar...

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Main Authors: Pirinen, P. (Pekka), Saarnisaari, H. (Harri), van de Beek, J. (Jaap), Matinmikko-Blue, M. (Marja), Nilsson, R. (Rickard), Latva-aho, M. (Matti)
Format: Article in Journal/Newspaper
Language:English
Published: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers 2019
Subjects:
backhaul
broadband
equality
incentive
satellite
Arctic
Online Access:http://urn.fi/urn:nbn:fi-fe2019120345383
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Summary:Abstract This paper addresses various aspects that should be considered to improve the digital inclusion of remote, and specifically arctic areas, so that the geographical location would play a lesser role in equality among the people. To this end, technological challenges and potential solutions are discussed. They are further elaborated by three examples that have different architectural use case specific challenges for remote area wireless connectivity. The active role of society is seen pivotal alongside with the technological solutions to make this happen.

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