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record and health information systems available in the market for private doctors, clinics and other healthcare providers to connect to the eHR sharing platform; and (3) formulate a legal framework to protect the system security and data privacy prior to the commissioning of the eHR Sharing System. Protection of data privacy and system security is of paramount importance in developing the eHR sharing system.
(d) GovWiFi Programme
The Government launched the 'Next Generation GovWiFi Programme' in December 2012, which will extend free public Wi-Fi coverage for the public and visitors to more than 440 government premises in 2013.
(e) Government Cloud Platform
The Government is developing a government cloud platform. The first phase will include provision of common e-government services such as electronic information. management, collaborative working and e-procurement services for shared use by government departments. The platform is expected to be put into operation in late 2013.
Digital Inclusion
To build an inclusive, knowledge-based society, the Government has initiated programmes to promote adoption of ICT among various needy groups, including students from low-income families, persons with disabilities and the elderly.
Internet Learning Support Programme
The Government's Internet Learning Support Programme helps low-income families acquire affordable computers and internet access services, and provides them with support on effective use of the internet for learning. By the end of 2012, some 65,000 families had enrolled in the programme.
Promoting ICT Adoption among Persons with Disabilities
The Government has funded the development of nine ICT-based tools and applications for persons with disabilities. The products, ranging from input and control assistance devices, web- based services, rehabilitation tools and software applications, are available for free download, free distribution to needy groups, or further development.
To facilitate access to online information and services by persons with disabilities, the Government's 'Web Accessibility Campaign' encourages accessible design in both public and private-sector websites. A series of seminars and workshops for corporate management, website managers and ICT practitioners were held in 2012 to raise awareness, share good practices and impart know-how on web accessibility. The Government also developed a management handbook and a portal to provide practical guidelines and resources on web accessibility. Government websites are required to conform to Level AA standard of the World Wide Web Consortium's Web Content Accessibility Guidelines version 2.0 by 2013.
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