Gangseo-gu to Provide Free Refurbished Computers for the Information-Vulnerable... Two Years of Complimentary Repair Service

On July 20, Gangseo-gu District in Seoul (headed by District Mayor Jin Kyohun) announced that it will launch the “Love PC Distribution Project,” which will provide refurbished used computers free of charge to information-vulnerable groups.

Publicity Material for the Free Distribution of PCs for Love Project. Provided by Gangseo District.

This project supplies refurbished and recycled equipment that had been used as office computers in the district office and has surpassed the five-year lifespan set by Korea ON-line E-Procurement System (KONEPS) standards, targeting residents with limited digital access. Since 2023, Gangseo-gu has steadily continued the project, distributing 374 computer towers and 368 monitors as of last year.

The recipients of support include people on basic livelihood benefits, persons with disabilities, and social welfare organizations—groups with limited access to information. The computers being provided this time are refurbished products, with storage devices replaced with SSDs and key components such as keyboards, mice, and cables newly installed. Essential software required for document work, such as “Hancom Office 2024,” will also come pre-installed.

Applications are accepted starting July 20 and will continue until the available stock runs out. Applicants can apply by visiting the Smart Information Division of Gangseo-gu Office or their local community service center, or by submitting the forms via fax. Further details, including required documents, can be found on the district office’s website.

After verifying applicants’ eligibility, the district office will visit each household to assist with installation and plans to provide free repair services for two years thereafter. Following installation, a satisfaction survey will be conducted and will serve as feedback for project improvement.

District Mayor Jin Kyohun stated, “We can both help prevent our neighbors from being left behind in the digital era and expect the positive impact of resource recycling,” adding, “We will continue to expand policies to bridge the digital divide.”

This content was produced with the assistance of AI translation services.