Rostelecom to hold "Thank You, Internet 2015" contest for older generation in Armenia

Rostelecom is holding a "Thank You, Internet 2015" contest in Armenia for older generation of internet users. Armenia is the second country after Russia to experience such a contest. The organizers of the contest are Rostelecom OJSC and the Pension Fund of the Russian Federation.  

The press service of the company reports that the contest is meant for older generation users (50+) who have learnt how to use a computer and internet on their own or through special computer courses.  

To take part in the contest, one should visit the Contest section of www.azbukainterneta.ru, fill in the application form, and upload an essay and 2 photos (one of the photos is to be a WEB camera snapshot). The deadline for submission of essays is October 1, 2015. The award ceremony is scheduled for early November and it will be held during an open lesson. The essays are to cover 2 topics - "Internet - My Friend and Assistant" and "Virtual Communication".  

"Nowadays, not only young people but also elderly people are interested in the internet resources.  Many of them are active users of social networks, they keep track of news feeds as well. We call on older users to register and take part in the contest. Prizes and surprises are waiting each of them. We are waiting for your stories", said Rostelecom Armenia PR Department Head Siranush Gyurjinyan.  

To note, GNC-ALFA CJSC was founded in 2007. In February 2012 the company became a member of Rostelecom OJSC group of companies.  Starting from December 18, 2012 GNC-ALFA CJSC provides telecommunication services in RA under the brand of "Rostelecom" as a subsidiary company. As one of the leading telecommunications companies Rostelecom Armenia provides Internet access, Fixed telephony and new generation IP TV services to both physical bodies and corporate clients. During the period of 2012-2013 the company made large-scale investments in network development and expansion.  Investments resulted with successful implementation of new "Fiber to the home" (GPON) technology in a number of cities of RA. Starting from 2014 the company provides services in cities Yerevan (Center, Erebuni, Nubarashen, Ajapnyak, Avan, Nor Nork, Davitshen, Malatia-Sebastia, Arabkir districts), Abovyan, Charentsavan, Hrazdan, Vanadzor, Gyumri, Ashtarak, Metsamor, Armavir, Masis, Artashat, Ararat, Sevan, Dilijan, Ijevan, Kapan, Martuni, Alaverdi and Kajaran.  Sales and support offices and shop-in- shops are operating in all cities mentioned. The network of Rostelecom Armenia is solely based on fiber-optic cable (FOC) infrastructure covering 80% of the territory of RA and spreading for over 3000km. It is connected to region's main terrestrial networks and largest traffic exchange nodes as well as international channels of Iran and Georgia. Rostelecom has built 40Gb/s network covering all municipalities of Yerevan and providing high-speed internet connection to all customers. The Government of Republic of Armenia, State institutions and International organizations, Corporations, local Commercial Banks and Financial institutions, operators are listed as Corporate clients of  GNC- ALFA CJSC.  OJSC Rostelecom (www.rostelecom.ru) is one of the biggest national telecommunications companies in Russia and Europe, with a presence in every segment of the telecommunications services market and coverage of more than 34 million households in Russia.  It is also a recognized technological leader in innovative solutions in the fields of E- government, cloud computing, healthcare, education, security and housing & utility services. Its stable financial status is confirmed by credit ratings of BBB- from Fitch Ratings and BB+ from Standard & Poor's.