FCC Chairman Says Future is Bright for Broadband over Powerlines

Federal Communications Commission Chairman Michael K. Powell recently issued the following statement following a demonstration of broadband over powerline technology at AT&T labs.

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"Powerline technology holds the great promise to bring high-speed Internet access to every power outlet in America. What I saw today has the potential to play a key role in meeting our goals to expand the availability and affordability of broadband. AT&T and Pacific Gas and Electric are to be applauded for leading the way for this innovative technology.

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"The future is bright for powerline broadband. We’ll continue at the FCC to explore ways to support this technology while protecting other services from interference," said Powell