The ins and outs of our internet connection

Many would struggle to remember what life was like without the internet. It’s the technological lifeline which connects us to what matters most to us. It’s hard to imagine what the aviation, transportation, financial, gaming, health and other sectors - as well as remote learning and working - would be like without the internet, says Mandy Calleja, head of corporate communications, GO plc.

We reflected a little on this in our last two articles where we spoke about the internet and the importance of connectivity. We touched upon how the internet is the powerhouse behind emerging industries and how this power comes with its own security and safety risks and what we can do to mitigate these. The question is, how often have we thought about what lies behind the internet? What makes up such a critical component in our everyday life?

Our purpose as a company is to drive a digital Malta where no one is left behind, which means continuous investment in Malta’s digital infrastructure to ensure we are always technology ready but, more importantly, ensure that citizens and businesses always enjoy the best that technology has to offer.

In the space of a few years, we have progressed from...