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Dubai
Communication
Dubai
boasts of the latest communication infrastructure though a bit expensive due to
the limited market competition.
Mobile
services are offered by Etisalat and Du Telecom, whereas landline services are offered
largely by Etisalat except for a few pockets in Dubai that are serviced by Du
Telecom. Similarly internet is offered largely by Etisalat except for a few
pockets of Dubai which is serviced by Du Telecom.
The
mobile infrastructure is GSM based and options available are both prepaid as
well as post paid. There are special packages available for tourist and the
only document required is your passport with your visa copy. In case of a
permanent connection you need a residence visa.
In
case of internet, there a number of options available such as Wi-Fi hotspots,
dial up internet as well as broadband. The lead time between application and
installation is very short and service quiet efficient.
There
are a number of cyber cafes that offer internet browsing for a charge ranging
from 4 Dirham to 10 Dirham depending on the location and ambience offered.
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