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FCC Adopts Milestone Decision for Broadband over Powerlines; BPL Will Transform
US Electric Grid into Broadband Third
Wire, Promote Competition and Enhance Electric Service for Consumers
Business Editors/High-Tech Writers
WASHINGTON & GERMANTOWN, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 14, 2004--In a
groundbreaking decision, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
today unanimously affirmed the widespread deployment of Broadband over
Powerline (BPL) services and technology. BPL will provide consumers
nationwide with high-speed Internet access through their existing
electrical outlets. BPL also assists utilities with critical
intelligence to enhance the security, reliability and efficiency of
the U.S. electric power grid.
"This is one of the defining moments for the widespread adoption
of broadband by Americans, and a great testament to the FCC's
leadership and to the cooperation and support of the National
Telecommunications and Information Administration.
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