Indonesia Communications

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The telephony statistics for Indonesia have significantly changed since 2004. Here's the latest information available on telephony in Indonesia as of my last update:

Telephones - Main Lines in Use

- 9.99 million (2004)

Telephones - Mobile Cellular

- 338.6 million (2021): Mobile cellular subscriptions have surged in Indonesia, reflecting the widespread adoption of mobile technology.

Telephone System

Domestic Service:

- Improved over the years with the expansion of mobile networks and internet services.
- Inter-Island Communication: Enhanced with fiber-optic cables and microwave systems.
- High-Frequency Radio: Still used in some remote areas for specific purposes like police communication.

International Service:

- Continues to be good, supported by an extensive network of undersea cables and satellite communications.

Domestic Infrastructure

- Microwave Systems and HF Radio:
- Still in place but increasingly complemented or replaced by fiber-optic networks.
- Satellite Communications:
- Domestic Satellites: Indonesia has launched its own satellites, such as the Palapa series, to enhance domestic communications.

International Infrastructure

- Satellite Earth Stations:
- Intelsat: Indonesia continues to use international satellite services.
- Additional Infrastructure: Participation in multiple undersea cable consortia (e.g., SEA-ME-WE 3, SEA-ME-WE 5) to ensure robust international connectivity.

Internet and Broadband
- Broadband Penetration:
- Fixed Broadband: Growing but still relatively low compared to mobile broadband.
- Mobile Broadband: Dominant form of internet access, with extensive 4G coverage and ongoing 5G rollouts.

Overall Trends
- Shift to Mobile: The telephony landscape in Indonesia has shifted dramatically towards mobile cellular services.
- Internet Access: Increasing focus on internet access, particularly mobile broadband, as a primary mode of communication.



 

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