FCC seeking comment on free wireless auction

Courtesy CNET Tech blog  Sat, 06/21/2008 - 1:16pm

The Federal Communications Commission on Friday formalized its plans to auction off a section of wireless spectrum to buyers who promise to provide free Internet service that filters out pornography and other inappropriate content, and offers open access to third-party devices and applications.

The agency is seeking public comment on ...



 

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