PTA has given such a reason for slow internet that you will not stop laughing
The Pakistan Telecom Authority (PTA) has said that the slowness of other meta-platforms including Facebook is due to the large number of users.
According to the private TV “Jio News”, the Pakistan Telecom Authority has presented a unique logic for the slowdown of social media applications due to the disruption of the Internet. In which it has been said that the meta-platforms are suffering from the downturn due to the highest number of users.
Internet Outage Disproportionately Affects Meta-Apps Facebook and WhatsApp in Pakistan
Details provided to Parliament recently revealed that meta-application services such as Facebook and WhatsApp were the most affected by the internet outage, while other social media networks were less affected.
According to PTA, the meta-application Facebook has 50 million (5 crores) users in Pakistan. While WhatsApp is the most used real-time application in Pakistan. According to the PTA, consumers were informed that the internet would be slow during rush hours while telecom operators immediately diverted traffic to alternative routes.
PTA Addresses WhatsApp and Facebook Service Issues Following User Complaints
Officials said that in August, the PTA received complaints about WhatsApp services being affected. After which telecom operators were directed to resolve the issue immediately. The PTA claimed that the WhatsApp and Facebook slowdown issue was resolved in the first week of September. While the situation would return to normal after the submarine cable SMW4 is fixed.
FAQ’s
Why were Facebook and WhatsApp services slow in Pakistan?
According to the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), the slowdown of Facebook, WhatsApp, and other Meta platforms was due to a high volume of users in Pakistan. Which led to slower performance during the internet outage.
How many users in Pakistan use Facebook and WhatsApp?
PTA reported that Facebook has approximately 50 million (5 crore) users in Pakistan. While WhatsApp is the most widely used real-time communication application.
How did the PTA respond to complaints about slow WhatsApp services?
In August, following complaints about WhatsApp, PTA directed telecom operators to address and resolve the issue. PTA claims that service was restored in early September.
What caused the internet slowdown across Pakistan?
The internet disruption was attributed in part to issues with the submarine cable SMW4, affecting connectivity and the speed of services.
Did the PTA notify consumers about internet slowdowns?
Yes, the PTA informed consumers that internet speeds might be slow during peak hours. Telecom operators redirected traffic to alternative routes to manage demand.