Currently, the demand for Internet usage is continuously increasing, not only in urban areas but also in rural regions. In Ben Tre Province, Internet services have only developed significantly in the last five years, yet the number of subscriptions has doubled, and the number of users accessing the Internet has increased by 5 to 10 times. Managing and utilizing a clean Internet is the goal of both service providers and users.
The Ben Tre Town Post Office is the largest provider of Internet services and the first point of access in the area. With ADSL connections catering to a large number of users, this location receives between 550 and 600 visitors daily for new registrations. As an official service provider housed within the Post Office, users can access the Internet here worry-free, without the fear of encountering harmful websites.
Over the past five years, the number of Internet subscriptions in Ben Tre has risen from 500 to 1,056 across both Dial-up and ADSL networks. Currently, the province boasts more than 130 Internet access service points. Although the Postal and Telecommunications sector is equipping itself with additional broadband connections, it still has not fully met the growing demand of residents.
While it is encouraging to see an increasing engagement with information technology among the population, there is also a significant concern regarding management. Only through rigorous oversight from relevant authorities and a heightened awareness from service providers can the exploitation of inappropriate websites be effectively prevented.
Like many other regions, the people of Ben Tre are eager to access a clean Internet. When service providers and users are committed to this goal, the benefits or harms of the Internet ultimately rest in the hands of each individual when they click to access content.