Section 10-A1311. IN-4 TELECOMMUNICATIONS

 

1311.1Telecommunication is the transmission of information by wire, radio, optical cable, electromagnetic, or other means. The provision of high-quality digital infrastructure-wireless networks, fiber optics, and broadband telecommunications-is important to residents and businesses, and is vital to economic development. Such infrastructure is critical in the 21st century, particularly given the security and information needs of the national capital. 1311.1

 

1311.2The District’s Office of the Chief Technology Officer (OCTO) is responsible for improving, enhancing, and expanding wireless technology, communications systems, and electronic commerce in the District. OCTO develops and enforces policies and standards for information technology in District government and identifies where and how technology can systematically support the business processes of the District’s 68 agencies. 1311.2

 

1311.3OCTO has initiated DC-NET, a fiber optic telecommunications network supplying District consumers with complete voice, data, video and wireless communications services. The system consists of interconnected strands of optical plastic from various providers that, when completed, will connect the majority of government and quasi-governmental services in the District. These include radio towers; police, fire and emergency management facilities; administrative buildings; public schools and libraries; recreation and community centers; District-owned hospitals and clinics; and semigovernmental entities such as WASA, WMATA and UDC. 1311.3

 

1311.4In order to elevate the stature of the District, the “City of Access” initiative provides free Internet access and free or low-cost computer sites for DC residents. The initiative also aims to expand Internet access and technology training in DC neighborhoods by combining public and private institutional resources. 1311.4

 

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