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messages.content: internet in kazakhstan 2007
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messages.content: As of 2007, Kazakhstan had made significant strides in internet penetration and development. The country had a population of approximately 14.4 million people, and by 2007, it was estimated that around 15% of the population had access to the internet. The government of Kazakhstan recognized the importance of the internet for economic development and had been working on expanding internet infrastructure.
  
  
  The internet in Kazakhstan was primarily accessed through dial-up connections, which were the most common method of internet access at the time. However, the country was also seeing an increase in the availability of broadband connections, particularly in urban areas. The government had been investing in the development of broadband infrastructure to improve internet speeds and accessibility.
  
  
  In terms of internet usage, the majority of internet users in Kazakhstan were concentrated in the capital city, Astana (now Nur-Sultan), and the largest cities such as Almaty and Karaganda. These urban centers had a higher concentration of internet cafes, businesses, and educational institutions, which contributed to the higher rates of internet usage.
  
  
  The government of Kazakhstan had also been working on policies to promote internet freedom and the development of a digital economy. This included initiatives to improve cybersecurity, protect intellectual property rights, and encourage the growth of e-commerce and online services.
  
  
  Overall, while internet access in Kazakhstan in 2007 was still limited compared to more developed countries, the government's efforts to expand internet infrastructure and promote digital development were laying the groundwork for future growth in the country's internet sector.
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messages.content: 2016