FCC seeks more comment on telecom reforms
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission has decided to seek more comment on proposed changes to two programs, the Universal Service Fund and intercarrier compensation, that have been controversial for years.
Are taxpayer-funded networks a good idea?
Every now and then another municipality tries to put up its own ISP infrastructure. The latest to try -- Palo Alto, Calif. -- may fare as poorly as most previous U.S. cities and towns have, but if it manages to succeed, its approach could be a prototype for bringing high-speed Internet service to communities.
Cox to build its own cellular network
Cox Communications is building its own cellular network to eventually offer mobile voice, data and entertainment in all markets it serves across the U.S., the cable operator said Monday.
CenturyTel to buy Embarq for $5.8 billion
CenturyTel has reached an agreement to acquire rival U.S. telecommunications carrier Embarq for US$5.8 billion, creating a company that operates in 33 U.S. states.
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