FCC Votes To Free Up Airwaves, Boost Power Line Broadband

David Hatch writes:

The FCC took steps to increase the availability of high-speed Internet service by expediting the deployment of broadband over power lines, or BPL, and freeing up spectrum for wireless broadband. Both items were approved 5-0.  ¶   But the FCC dropped from its agenda a proposal that BPL be classified as a lightly regulated information service. Sources said the item is expected to be considered soon "on circulation," meaning the commissioners will vote privately.

Link:  National Journal.  Bad news for many hams.  --Dennis (N7DH)