ieolus
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Duluth, GA
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Re: Add affirmative action to the bidding
That makes no sense in the light of WiFi equipment which is all in unlicensed spectrum.
But since WiFi doesn't directly threaten incumbunt broadband revenues, they don't interfere.
I guarantee if we saw a real third alternative to dsl/cable emerge in this unlicensed spectrum, we will see plenty of dirty tricks.
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RadioDoc
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join:2000-05-11
Chicago, IL
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| It makes perfect sense. WiFi is confined to a tiny part of two bands where propagation is limited. There is intense interference between devices when more than about three or four try to occupy the same airspace (like in a large apartment or condo building). Which then leads to basically illegal modifications and power boosting to get past the interference a la CB radio. The WiFi devices are also confined to share space with other Part 15 devices.
The UHF TV band is entirely different.
As a practical matter, even if permitted, you'll never see any deployment in those "under-served" areas. There is no money it it or they would already be 'served'.
There is already a real third alternative to dsl/cable in unlicensed spectrum. They are called WISPs. See if you can find one and next time check your facts before posting.
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