Presents a discussion on the problems on free speech in the United States. Historical background of TELECOMMUNICATIONS problem in the country; Provisions under the 1996 TELECOMMUNICATIONS Act and the 1927 Radio Act; Evolution of court rulings regarding the censorship of TELECOMMUNICATIONS.
Reports that the TELECOMMUNICATIONS bill currently being circulated in the US Congress promises to unleash a wave of cost cutting and improved services for corporations. Benefits from price competition; Open market to new players including cable companies; Possible merger of Bell Atlantic and Nynex Corp.; Near monopolies.
States that John McCain, chairman of the Senate Commerce Committe is planning to offer legislation in prevent children viewing indecent material on the Internet and increase competition in TELECOMMUNICATIONS marketing. Comments from McCain; Why McCain voted against the telecommunication's act; Aim of McCain's proposal.
A federal appeals court ruled that cable broadband networks must be opened to rival Internet service providers to spur the kind of competition envisioned by the country's TELECOMMUNICATIONS law. The ruling was widely welcomed by cable broadband users and consumer advocates, who see hope for improved reliability and customer responsiveness through competition. Over the summer, Cox Communications Inc. made multi-terminal home networking available to users in northern Virginia, and Comcast Communications Inc. rolled out nationwide its High-Speed Internet Pro, which helps telecommuters and SOHO users transfer files between offices. If Hurricane Isabel was any test of customer service, Comcast did not receive a passing grade from Helene Sugarman, principal with Dynamic Communications Inc., in Silver Spring, Maryland. The Federal Communications Commission, not wanting to subject cable operators to the traditional regulatory regimen, ruled last year that cable broadband is an information service, not a telecom service.
Provides an overview on how issues on local government and telecommunication companies were resolved in the TELECOMMUNICATIONS Act of 1996. Includes local management of public rights-of-way; Local zoning authority; Local cable franchises.
Reports on National Cable Television Association President Decker Anstrom's call for amendments to the TELECOMMUNICATIONS-reform bill for eliminating local phone barriers.
Describes the situation of rural residents who are unable to get telephone service. Impact of 1996 TELECOMMUNICATIONS Act; Goal to enhance universal telephone service; Number of involuntarily phoneless people; Problem with TELECOMMUNICATIONS system; Costs for rural service; Role of small, rural telephone companies; View of Federal Communications Commission (FCC); Political pressure involved.
Reports on the reaction of the recording industry to the United States Supreme Court's decision to strike down the Communications Decency Act (CDA) in 1997. Comments from Hilary Rosen, president/COO of the Recording Industry Association of America; Details of the CDA: Supreme Court's findings regarding the CDA.
Focuses on the Alliance for TELECOMMUNICATIONS Industry Solutions, whose mission is to resolve telecommunication issues. Major accomplishments of the alliance; Views of Pete Hoffman, information director for the alliance; Efforts of the alliance to work with non-traditional exchange carriers; Information on the telecommunication Reform Act of 1996. INSET: The Alliance for TELECOMMUNICATIONS Industry Solutions..
Focuses on the ramifications of the TELECOMMUNICATIONS bill which passed through Congress in February 1996. What it means to phone companies, cable companies, television broadcasters, Internet users and consumers; Details.
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