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Masland: Be wary of officials bringing broadband

June 20, 2012

As Vermont works toward universal broadband, technical and political questions stand in the way of the promise of fast, reliable service to all corners of the state. On the technical level, the main issues are speed and which technology is deployed to deliver the service. The statutory minimum for broadband speed was outdated as soon as it was adopted. It is inadequate for most families and entrepreneurs. On the political level, the issue is that different state entities with different missions are working at cross-purposes to one another.

Policy Makers: Do not predict future of technology--ensure it by encouraging investment

June 19, 2012

On October 9, 1910, the headline "Auto vs. Horse: Six-Day Test Shows Motor Car Cheaper and More Efficient Animal" blazoned across The New York Times. You may find humor in this revelation 102 years later--hindsight is 20/20--but policy makers should take pause. The wowing technology of today will soon be replaced with the unimagined innovations of tomorrow.

Tata Communications makes global push into low-latency services segment

June 19, 2012

Tata Communications (NYSE: TCL) is making a global splash into the burgeoning low-latency market segment with a service targeting major financial hubs in Asia, the United Kingdom and the United States.

Zesco optic fibre installation progresses

June 19, 2012

ZESCO Limited says the second phase of the installation of optical fibre network will be completed by September.

Carthage is in negotiations with fiber-optic broadband company

June 19, 2012

The City of Carthage is in negotiations to bring fiber-optic broadband service to residents and businesses.

Windstream Sets Advanced Communications Network for Richmond Public Schools

June 19, 2012

Richmond Public Schools is bringing high-speed Internet bandwidth to 58 locations across the district--reaching every classroom--with the installation of a new fiber optic network from Windstream Corp. The district now has one of the most robust communications networks in the state of Virginia.

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