Orange to improve Internet connectivity in West Africa through launch of first very large-capacity IP Point of Presence

From A Nairobian's Perspective ! Thu Jul 17 2014, 06:45:00

The Abidjan IP PoP will facilitate the expansion of the African IP Market

ABIDJAN, Côte d'Ivoire, July 16, 2014/ -- Orange has opened today West Africa's first very large-capacity IP Point of Presence (PoP). The operational launch of this facility, which is located in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire, is set to enhance Internet connectivity in the sub-region by offering faster connection speeds and improved reliability for wholesale customers. An IP Point of Presence is part of the technical infrastructure equipment necessary to enable local networks to access the Internet through an interconnection point with long-distance carrier networks.

 

Investing to guarantee congestion-free service and increased reliability

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