SLT powers Peradeniya University
Sri Lanka Telecom (SLT) launched its latest carrier-grade Wi-Fi
hotspot at the University of Peradeniya.

Vice-Chancellor of the University of Peradeniya, Prof. Upul
B. Dissanayake and the Chairman of SLT Group, P. G.
Kumarasinghe Sirisena exchanging the agreement. Deputy
Vice-Chancellor Prof. R.L. Wijeyeweera and Chief Regional
Officer of SLT Chinthaka Wijesooriya (on right) look on. |
The company has expanded its location based Wi-Fi services to
facilitate broadband internet users with reliable, high-speed Internet
connectivity options.
Vice Chancellor of the University, Prof. Upul B. Dissanayake and
Chairman, SLT Group, P. G. Kumarasinghe Sirisena signed the agreement.
Prof. Upul B. Dissanayake, Vice-Chancellor of the University said,
"The country's education sector especially, requires special attention
to achieve the goals towards a knowledge based economy." "ICT is the key
to bring about a better future, and empower Sri Lanka citizens to march
towards the mission of conquering the world one day. We are fully geared
to bring technological advancements to the higher education sector
enabling academics to actively participate in the country's development
activities. SLT's active participation in this empowerment mission is
very much needed at this crucial stage and we truly appreciate their
contribution," he said.
Chairman of SLT Group, Kumarasiri Sirisena said, "We believe instant
and reliable Internet is no longer a luxury for universities and
colleges, it's a necessity. Students don't just want access inside the
buildings either, they're also going to need coverage outdoors and
ideally while traveling around campus."
"High-speed, affordable broadband connectivity to the internet is a
foundation stone of modern society; offering widely recognized economic
and social benefits.
SLT commenced the launch of its public Wi-Fi hotspot service powered
by "carrier-grade" Wi-Fi technology last year," he said. |