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Call Splashing
May 19 2011
What is Call Splashing When you place a long distance call from a public phone (a payphone, hotel...
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Beware of Auto Warranty Scams
May 10 2011
Recently, the FCC Consumer Center has noticed an increase in complaints and inquiries from...
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900 Pay-Per-Call and Other Information Services
May 19 2011
Background Due to complaints of widespread abuse involving calls to 900 numbers, or "pay-per-call...
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Truth About Wireless Phones and the National Do-Not-Call List
May 24 2011
You may be one of many consumers who have received emails saying you're about to be assaulted by...
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Unwanted Telephone Marketing Calls
May 25 2011
Background Has your evening quiet time or dinner been interrupted by a call from a telemarketer...
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Review of the Broadcast Ownership Rules
May 09 2011
Background The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) sets limits on the number of broadcast...
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How to Protect Yourself Online
May 13 2011
Background The Internet and the information it connects to is a resource that many have come to...
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Hang Up on High Public Pay Phone Rates
May 10 2011
Background Consumers who make calls away from home should be aware that the long distance and...
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Public Safety Frequently Asked Questions
March 27 2011
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Cell Phone Fraud
May 19 2011
Cellular fraud is defined as the unauthorized use, tampering or manipulation of a cellular phone or...
