FCC to finalize rules on 'white spaces' Internet use
The Wall Street Journal (online subscription required): SAN FRANCISCO (MarketWatch) - The U.S. Federal Communications Commission said Thursday it plans to finalize rules for the use of wireless Internet devices on unused TV airwaves, an initiative touted by Google Inc., Microsoft Corp. and other technology companies.
The FCC said that usage of so-called white-spaces spectrum is on its agenda for the commission's next open meeting on Sept. 23. Read More
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