Spectrum Policy in the Age of Broadband: Issues for Congress

Moore, Linda K.

Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service.

关键词: Telecommunication;    Television frequency allocation;    Radio frequency allocation;    Technology policy;   

RP-ID  :  R40674
RP-ID  :  R40674_2009Jul13

美国|英语

来源: UNT Digital Library

【 摘 要 】

The convergence of wireless telecommunications technology and Internet protocols is fostering new generations of mobile technologies. This transformation has created new demands foradvanced communications infrastructure and radio frequency spectrum capacity that can support high-speed, content-rich uses. This report considers the possibility of modifying spectrum policy: (1) to support national goals for broadband deployment by placing more emphasis on attracting new providers of wireless broadband services; and (2) to accommodate the wireless broadband needs of industries that are considered by many to be the economic drivers of the future, not only communications, but also areas such as energy, health care, transportation, and education.