Concluding remarks

• EECV proved to be very successful - with one prototype and full deployment, we have so far:
  • Developed training and operational manuals
  • Provided training to three classes
  • Low cost is less than one-fifth of other models
• Field trial results encouraging.
• We still need more experience in exploiting the Internet information access to its best potential (missing persons, I am Alive, Donation+Need Exchange)
• EECV works with existing communication systems (eg. VHF, SSB analog walkie-talkie) and links local groups together
• Thailand requires one EECV per province (or more)!
• EECV can help in education and bridging the digital divide.
• Low cost solutions through the use of Open Standards.