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 From Hong Kong's Information Services Department
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January 4, 2007
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Telecommunications
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External telecom services stabilise
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Office of the Telecommunications Authority

The Office of the Telecommunications Authority says Hong Kong's external telecommunications services have stabilised.

 

Internet access to overseas websites during the peak period last night was generally slower than normal, same as the situation over the past few days, and likewise this morning.

 

The office advises net-surfers to minimise non-essential visits to overseas websites, uploading or downloading large files and activities like online gaming and peer-to-peer file sharing.

 

Over the past week there has been continued improvement in Internet access. The major Internet service providers have recovered about 80% of their international connection capacity. IDD and roaming services are almost back to normal.