Out of concern about the impact that the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has had on technology and society, Media Democracy Fund and The NetGain Partnership hosted a webinar on the State of Connectivity in the US. The webinar on May 6, 2020, was the first installment of a series designed to explore gaps in broadband access, […]
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By Ryan Johnston On April 24, 2020, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released their biannual Broadband Deployment Report. Under Section 706 of the 1996 Telecommunications Act, the FCC is required to “determine whether advanced telecommunications capability is being deployed to all Americans in a reasonable and timely fashion.” This year’s report highlights the FCC’s
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TV White Space (TVWS) technology helps expand broadband access to hard-to-serve areas. Particularly in rural and Tribal areas, scarce broadband deployment and the high cost of internet access underscore the need for using TVWS to reach unserved and underserved residents. The Federal Communications Commission’s rule changes will also help support the next generation of
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