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Understanding Wireless Telephone Coverage Areas
May 25 2011
Background Wireless telephones work by communicating via radio waves using a system of base...
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Tips for Avoiding Bill Shock on Your Mobile Phone
May 24 2011
Without automatic usage alerts, it can be hard to know when you're running up a surprisingly high...
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Protecting Your Wireless Network
May 20 2011
Benefits and Risks of a Wireless Network Many consumers and small businesses use wireless (Wi-Fi...
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Wireless Devices at Gas Stations
May 18 2011
Background The Federal Communications Commission has been alerted to reports and rumors that...
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Home Wireless Safety Checklist
May 17 2011
The following six steps are recommended for owners of wireless networks in order to provide...
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Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA)
May 20 2011
Background Have you ever thought that, for emergency alerts to be distributed as quickly as...
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Spam: Unwanted Text Messages and Email
May 18 2011
Background Many consumers find unwanted texts and email – which can include commercial messages...
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Portability: Keeping Your Telephone Number When You Change Service Provider
May 16 2011
Background Under the Federal Communications Commission’s “local number portability” (LNP) rules,...
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How to File a Complaint
January 25 2013
The Federal Communications Commission regularly receives complaints from consumers on a wide...
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Protecting Your Privacy
May 18 2011
Background In today’s environment where numerous entities collect and store personal information...
