Some government initiatives to promote the growth of Warnet:

During the late 1990s and early 2000s, warnets played a critical role in Indonesia's movement. When state-controlled media restricted information, these cafes became "free spaces of resistance". The Internet and Resistance Identities in Indonesia

To survive, the "Warnet" transformed into the "Gaming Center."

The ( warung internet ) has long served as a vital cornerstone of Indonesian digital culture, acting as a physical gateway where technology, social issues, and local traditions intersect . Originally a necessity for those without home computers, these cafes evolved into unique social "third places" that shaped the nation’s contemporary identity. The Socio-Cultural Roots of Warnet

As Indonesia moves toward "Golden Indonesia 2045," the physical warnet may vanish. But its spirit—the ngabuburit (waiting for breaking fast) gaming sessions, the begadang (staying up all night) before national exams, and the first time a farmer’s son saw the world via Google—will remain as the folklore of how a nation got online.

Despite the benefits, Warnet faces several challenges, including: