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December 04, 2007
FCC Spectrum Auction Notes
PC World - A Primer on the FCC's 700MHz Auction
Why Is This Auction Important?
The 700MHz auctions represent the last large chunk of spectrum available for the FCC to auction in the foreseeable future. In addition, the spectrum, now used to carry over-the-air television signals, can be used to carry long-range wireless broadband traffic. Many people, including FCC Chairman Kevin Martin have said the auction represents a golden opportunity to create a nationwide broadband network in competition with the providers of cable modem and DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) and fiber-based services.
Posted by roymond at December 4, 2007 10:38 AM