webfact Posted October 6, 2015 Share Posted October 6, 2015 BURNING ISSUEGovt may need new name for 'single gateway' plan if it goes aheadNOPHAKHUN LIMSAMARNPHUNTHE NATIONBANGKOK: -- THE GOVERNMENT may need a new name for its controversial "single gateway" plan now that it is no longer marketable to the public.Several government websites were paralysed last week after opponents launched a coordinated attack using the DDoS (distributed denial of service) method.They argue that the move would jeopardise the public right to privacy and freedom of expression.Economically, Internet, e-commerce and related enterprises are also worried, suggesting that the move could hurt their business if the country's Internet speed - now ranked among the world's top 30 - faced a slowdown as a result of bottlenecks.So what are the pros and cons of this plan? For the military-led government, centralising the country's multiple gateways used by nine Internet service providers into one certainly makes sense from the perspective of national security.It would be easier and more effective to filter out undesirable or illegal content accessible in Thailand on the Internet.Filtering the Internet is not new. Other countries such as China, the United States, the United Kingdom and Singapore also do it.For Thailand, much undesirable and illegal content with a domestic political purpose has originated overseas, so the military-led government sees it as time to clean it up with this policy.A document shows that a Cabinet resolution on this plan was tabled on August 4. On August 27, the Information and Communications Technology Ministry and other agencies were ordered to follow up on progress and report back to the prime minister.Soon afterwards, the matter was no longer secretive and Thai netizens joined forces to oppose it, prompting the government to retreat with a suggestion that the plan was still under consideration.From the government's point of view, instead of separately calling all nine Internet service providers, one single order is enough to do the task of filtering out undesirable and illegal content.For businesses and Net users, one of the benefits could be cheaper Internet access due to the economies of scale derived from a centralised operator, which in this case would be state-owned CAT Telecom, which would serve as the single gateway's operator.However, it is also risky that such a benefit will not be realised if there is no additional investment to boost the country's bandwidth and single gateway capacity, and CAT Telecom could not manage it effectively.For rights advocacy groups, more control is not the answer. The public have the right to their privacy and freedom of expression. Sentiment is even worse since this is happening 16 months after the coup.What is the military-led government planning to do with the rights of the people? Will their Facebook, Twitter or Line messages be monitored by the government?All these questions need to be answered openly by proponents of the single gateway plan. Most importantly, the government has to find a delicate balance between protecting the people's rights and managing national security issues, as both are equally important.To continue pushing for implementation of this crucial policy, the government needs to call it something else, not the so-called "single gateway".According to one expert, it should be called Thailand's "new digital hub", in which the country's Internet gateway is centralised to boost its capabilities to better accommodate the fast-growing digital economy and other activities.Source: http://www.nationmultimedia.com/politics/Govt-may-need-new-name-for-single-gateway-plan-if--30270336.html-- The Nation 2015-10-07 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reigntax Posted October 6, 2015 Share Posted October 6, 2015 How about the twilight zone or the black hole to abyss? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiSoLowSoNoSo Posted October 6, 2015 Share Posted October 6, 2015 Spygate? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussieinthailand Posted October 6, 2015 Share Posted October 6, 2015 Thailand, the hub of single gateways... So the word "dictator" is not allowed to describe certain people but dear leader is, and criticism is not allowed but positive comment is, so the single gateway is now called the most beautiful flowers with marshmallows and puppy dogs extra special and butterfly's internet seventh heaven best in the world happy happy joy love love internet,,,,,,, And then the pesky buffaloes' will not know and happy to accept it? Ya think that'll work? Hey, yo, fellas, hellow,,,,,,,, ya there?,,,,,,,,,,, A turd by another name is still a turd. How can people be so stupid????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jingthing Posted October 6, 2015 Share Posted October 6, 2015 Yes, it's all about rebranding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NongKhaiKid Posted October 6, 2015 Share Posted October 6, 2015 Big Brother ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jingthing Posted October 6, 2015 Share Posted October 6, 2015 (edited) Happiness portal. What's not to like? Edited October 6, 2015 by Jingthing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slipperylobster Posted October 6, 2015 Share Posted October 6, 2015 Singularity... Something that works beyond the known laws of the Universe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mca Posted October 6, 2015 Share Posted October 6, 2015 I think "Solitary Entrance" has a certain ring to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ldiablo Posted October 6, 2015 Share Posted October 6, 2015 You can change the name of sh!t all you like, but in the end it's still going to look and smell like sh!t. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
losgrad Posted October 6, 2015 Share Posted October 6, 2015 Happiness portal. What's not to like? This is a winner, however a search indicates someone already created it on Facebook, but it'll be ok after Facebook is blocked from this new portal . Maybe continuing on the feng shui theme of the "Happy and Harmonious Portal," which is not as catchy, but good enough for government work . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thailand Posted October 6, 2015 Share Posted October 6, 2015 If it walks like a duck, talks like a duck, looks like a duck chances are it's a duck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonw8uk Posted October 6, 2015 Share Posted October 6, 2015 "Filtering the Internet is not new. Other countries such as China, the United States, the United Kingdom and Singapore also do it." Yes, because blocking something like a torrent site, is the same as blocking a foreign newspaper that writes 'mean' things about them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoFarAndNear Posted October 6, 2015 Share Posted October 6, 2015 maybe call it "Hapy Internet Gateway" or "Amazing Thailands Wall" then people will like it and stop complaining about it, sure!!! nueng roi percent!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoFarAndNear Posted October 6, 2015 Share Posted October 6, 2015 Filtering the Internet is not new. Other countries such as China, the United States, the United Kingdom and Singapore also do it. He probably means that by a judge order the Internet Service Providers in US,UK,SG have to close the website or block it for their customers. They absolutely don't bundle their whole internet through one line so they have absolute control over it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovelomsak Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 Since they are looking for a new name sounds like a done deal. Now all they are doing is wrapping it up with bows and ribbons. The future or internet banking in thailand may be history.Who would bank online through that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bamnutsak Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 (edited) Yes, more lipstick will definitely make this "girl" more attractive. RTG. Edited October 7, 2015 by bamnutsak Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phoenixdoglover Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 "Filtering the Internet is not new. Other countries such as China, the United States, the United Kingdom and Singapore also do it." Yes, because blocking something like a torrent site, is the same as blocking a foreign newspaper that writes 'mean' things about them Yes, the article makes no distinction about various forms of "filtering". In the US, action is taken typically against web sites that break the law, such as by distributing pirated, copyrighted material, or engaging in fraud. The Thai definition of "national security" is the problem. It's vague, broad, and highly subjective. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramrod711 Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 BANGKOK: -- THE GOVERNMENT may need a new name for its controversial "single gateway" plan now that it is no longer marketable to the public. Big Brother is looking out for you, by looking over your emails. A cumbersome name, but a truly great slogan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erobando Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 "Single Gateway" sounds to menacing. "One Nation One Gateway" sounds much better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FangFerang Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 Since the junta detained and forced the resignation of the Nation reporter by proxy, suddenly every policy is important and needed. "To continue pushing for implementation of this crucial policy"..."needs a new name". If you call a turd sandwich 'filet mignon on a baguette'...it's still a turd sandwich... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bamnutsak Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 If you call a turd sandwich 'filet mignon on a baguette'...it's still a turd sandwich... Not in Thailand where image and face are so important. Anyway, the PM said we're not supposed to be eating bread so...let them eat a turd cake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just1Voice Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 A new name? I vote for "Prayut's Portal". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
otherstuff1957 Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 How about "One Gate"? It even comes with its own jingle: One Gate to rule them all One Gate to find them One Gate to bring them and in the darkness bind them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExpatOilWorker Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 The unique gateway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovelomsak Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 How about "One Gate"? It even comes with its own jingle: One Gate to rule them all One Gate to find them One Gate to bring them and in the darkness bind them Should put that one on a t-shirt I like it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCC1701A Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 (edited) this is just another way for tourists to forget about the outside world while on vacation in Thailand. You will not be able to read your email it will be so slow. Maybe they should call it what it is, USB 2.0. or maybe Thailand Dialup. Something like that. Edited October 7, 2015 by NCC1701A Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bamnutsak Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 this is just another way for tourists to forget about the outside world while on vacation in Thailand. Ms. Kobkarn is already formulating a TAT promotion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fred Kubasa Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 Hackers, opposing such a plan, will wreak havoc with government sites. Some 12 year olds know more about these systems and can, undetected, almost shut down the Thai government computer " experts " ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
worgeordie Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 "The Screw", whatever you try to do,we will screw you.and tighten it when ever we feel like it. regards Worgeordie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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