OSHEAN is a non-profit organization that specializes in offering higher bandwidth internet connectivity and other technological services to institutions in Rhode Island particularly the education sector, health, and other administrative sectors of the state. OSHEAN was founded in 2000 as a not-for-profit organization and provides an advanced fiber optic network in Rhode Island that provides its member organizations with cost-effective reliable and efficient connectivity to Internet and collaboration services. Delivering up to 100 Gbps in bandwidth, OSHEAN’s fiber optic network supports universities, colleges, K-12 schools & other academic, research & other eligible non-profit entities, including healthcare providers & public safety agencies across the state. It enables members to utilize essential services such as fast internet connection, cloud computing, network protection, data backup solutions, and technology applications in distance learning and telemedicine among others. OSHEAN secures its funding from different sources, the latest being the $2 million grant from the U. S. Commerce Department’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration NSTA and partners with organizations such as the Ocean State Higher Education Economic Development & Administrative Network, Rhode Island Office of Digital Excellence and RITE Solutions. These collaborations are beneficial in enhancing the resources in technological infrastructure for the benefit of OSHEAN members and users across Rhode Island.
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