[kictanet] Use of TV white space by Indigo and Microsoft

[bitange at jambo.co.ke]

Mark,
We are working on a pilot project with the regulator's knowledge.  Once
the technology is mature, then it can be commercialized.  It is the
Ministry that sought for the approval from CCK after signing an MOU with
Microsoft and Indigo to try in remote parts of this country.  The
technology promises cheaper internet if successiful.  It is also being
tested in the UK under similar arrangements.


Ndemo.




> Came across this and in light of recent happenings I am curious to know
> the
> regulators opinion on this and what technology these guys are actually
> using.
>
> http://www.prnewswire.co.uk/news-releases/microsoft-teams-with-the-government-of-kenya-and-indigo-telecom-to-deliver-low-cost-solar-powered-broadband-access-using-cutting-edge-tv-white-space-technology-189739611.html
>
> Why isn't using white space (which I assume is intentionally unallocated
> spectrum) mainstream?
>
> Am I missing something?
>
>
> --
> Regards,
>
> Mark Mwangi
>
> markmwangi.me.ke
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