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The Overpowering Reach of Broadband
Two articles that involve the FCC recently caught my attention. One, entitled “Actual US broadband penetration & speed falls far short of FCC claims” (https://appleinsider.com/articles/21/05/10/actual-us-broadband-penetration-speed-falls-far-short-of-fcc-claims) reveals that the FCC’s broadband maps — maps that track the speed and penetration of Internet in rural areas — are “wildly inaccurate”. The other, published in Wired…
Read MoreTHE NUMBER ONE THING YOU MAY NOT KNOW YOU’RE LOOKING FOR (BUT WE DO!)
We received a welcome note last week from one of our long-time space segment customers. The email read, in part: “We have finally made our decision. Please let me know when the order has been placed. Thanks for arranging the video conferences with both companies so we could make an informed decision.” That’s great to…
Read MoreTHE WEIRD EMAIL THAT HAS EVERYONE FREAKING OUT
A few weeks ago network engineers and managers across the country began receiving emails that looked suspiciously like spam, yet claimed to be from the FCC’s Relocation Payment Clearinghouse. In fact, if you’ve received one you’ve likely received multiples of this automated email, as we’re getting reports of techs and engineers seeing these in both…
Read MoreLump Sum Option May Not Be Best for All
This article was re-published from Radio World. Many U.S. radio engineers are asking questions about whether to take a lump sum reimbursement from the FCC’s C-Band migration program. As you’ll recall, the FCC recently published a “cost category schedule” that describes potential expenses and costs that users of earth stations may incur as a result…
Read MoreTHE C-BAND TRANSITION: HERE’S ONE BIG MISTAKE YOU WON’T WANT TO MAKE
We’ve updated this blog entry to reflect the FCC’s deadline for deciding whether or not to pursue a the lump sum allocation. Previously August 31, the FCC agreed to give registered earth stations additional time to explore the option. The new deadline is September 14, 2020. We’ve also included the FCC timelines regarding the repack…
Read MoreSIX SMART TACTICS TO HELP YOUR COMPANY OVERCOME ANY DISASTER
No matter if you operate a business or non-profit, planning for disaster is essential. Before, during, and after a disaster, you need to communicate what’s happening to your employees, and even to folks outside your company, like your clients. It’s very easy to put off making a plan because, 1) it’s not fun and 2)…
Read MoreThe Truth About 5G Filters, and Why You Should Hold on to Your Wallet
You’ve probably already seen them; targeted ads on the Internet urging you to protect your network by allowing said company, for a fee, to install a 5G filter for you. These types of ads ramped up in earnest in January 2020, after the The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) adopted an Order of Proposed Modification to…
Read MoreThe FCC’s 5G Mandate: What’s the Plan?
The die is cast. And not even a global pandemic will likely delay the clearing of the Mid-band spectrum for broadband use. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has adopted an Order of Proposed Modification to share the mid-band or C-band spectrum with broadcasters. Over the next five years, US earth stations utilizing C-band will be…
Read MoreFCC Makes It’s First Move – Without the C-Band Alliance
Last week was not a good week for broadcasting. In fact, it’s not a stretch to say that those who have been following the proposed 5G expansion into the Mid-band spectrum were completely floored by FCC Chairman Ajit Pai’s abrupt announcement about the C-band spectrum — and the broadcast community’s reaction to said announcement. On…
Read MoreCBA Revises It’s Proposal to the FCC, While Congress Says They’re Getting Involved
Seeing the handwriting on the wall, the C-Band Alliance (CBA) reworked plans for splitting the covetous mid-band spectrum by offering 300 MHz of bandwidth to the cellular industry for 5G expansion into US markets. Meanwhile on Capitol Hill, a new bill was introduced late last week that would force the FCC to conduct a public…
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