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Why Was the Internet Slow Yesterday?

Frustrated with the internet slowdown yesterday? Seems a typhoon in Taiwan was responsible, cutting the link that bridges the Philippines to the rest of the world. Details on what exactly was damaged and when full service returns follow. More »

How Many Filipinos are Online? Around 20 Million, Says Nielsen & Yahoo

Last March, Nielsen and Yahoo conducted a survey of Internet users in the Philippines—apparently coming up with a figure of 20 million local users (22% of the country’s estimated 90 million population), and projecting a 10% increase of Filipinos online yearly. Details on demographics and popular online activities follow. More »