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Commerce Subcmte. on Nat'l Broadband Plan
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House Commerce Subcmte. on Technology Chair Rep. Boucher & Rnk. Mem. Rep. Stearns give their views on how they will move forward on the Federal Communications Commission’s National Broadband Plan.
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Martin Cooper, who is credited for inventing the mobile cell phone talks about the forces that lead to its creation, and also his thoughts on the current wireless industry.
Washington, DC
: 32 min.
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 From Saturday, March 6
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The Communicators visited the Congressional Internet Caucus’ 13th Annual Technology Policy Exhibition in January. Every year, this event highlights emerging Internet technologies that shape Congressional policymaking. Co-Chair Sen. Patrick Leahy (D-VT) joins us to outline the program.
Washington, DC
: 23 min.
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From Saturday, February 27
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National Cable & Telecommunications Association (NCTA) Pres. & CEO Kyle McSlarrow goes over several issues related to the cable industry. He shares his thoughts on plans for Google to provide high-speed internet service, the role of cable when it comes to the FCC’s National Broadband Plan and concerns from those that provide broadband over FCC plans for net neutrality regulations.
Washington, DC
: 30 min.
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From Saturday, Feb. 20
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Microsoft Corp.'s Senior VP & General Counsel Brad Smith explains the new technology of so-called "Cloud Computing," in which users access data and applications over the Internet rather than on local computer servers. His company is asking Congress for new rules to protect business and consumer information.
Washington, DC
: 31 min.
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From Saturday, February 13
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The House and the Senate held hearings looking at the proposed merger of Comcast and NBC Universal. Reporters Joelle Tessler & Amy Schatz give their analysis of testimony from Comcast Chair & CEO Brian Roberts, NBC Universal Pres. Jeff Zucker and others.
Washington, DC
: 31 min.
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From Saturday, Feb. 6
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National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) President Gordon Smith discusses efforts by the FCC to reassign a range of television frequencies for broadband use and what it would mean for broadcasters. He also explains the technology behind mobile digital television and the hopes that it will be competitive.
Washington, DC
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From Saturday, Jan. 23
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Larry Cohen, the President of Communications Workers of America, joins The Communicators for a discussion on the federal government's role in establishing high speed internet in the United States.
Washington, DC
: 27 min.
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From Saturday, Jan. 16
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Blair Levin, executive director of the FCC Broadband Initiative, gives an update on efforts to develop a plan to expand broadband service to unserved, underserved and rural areas of the United States. A finalized plan is due in February 2010.
Washington, DC
: 29 min.
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From Saturday, Dec. 26
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Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) Chairman & CEO Dan Glickman goes over the organization's efforts to improve copyright protections and to reduce the number of pirated movies. He is joined by guest host Greg Piper, Associate Managing Editor at Washington Internet Daily.
Washington, DC
: 30 min.
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From Saturday, Dec 19
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