In 2004 the penetration degree of broadband activity was measured at 0.5%, placing our country in the 25th position in the European Union. However, significant progress has been made upon completion of the 1st half of 2005 and the penetration degree of broadband activity has already gone up to 0.9% based on the most recent data (ΟΤΕ, 01/07/2005).

Presentation of the existing situation in the member states of the Europe of 15 and of Island will be made with respect to the progress in the adoption of new technologies.