Rural and underserved regions in Georgia and Alabama have a reason to celebrate. Last week, Vice President Joe Biden announced recipients of federal stimulus funding dedicated towards expanding broadband deployment and accessibility. One organization that received funding was the Appalachian Valley Fiber Network, which was awarded grant money to carry out its plan to bring more »
The widespread access of broadband high-speed Internet capabilities has led to seemingly unlimited possibilities for innovative technologies. From paying bills to applying for jobs, the Internet has not only provided consumers with efficient shortcuts but cut down on costs and streamlined many everyday processes. Not too long ago, frequent fliers spent hours waiting to speak more »
The North Carolina General Assembly recently enacted SB 900, the Studies Act of 2010, which establishes a Legislative Research Commission and provides for the studies of critical issues in North Carolina communities. SB 900 calls for the Commission to analyze telecommunications and smart grid applications across North Carolina, as well as determine the “economic impact” more »
