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Consumer FAQ: What Is 5G?
5G networks are launching across the US. Beyond new applications and improved user experiences, what will the network upgrade mean for consumers? Learn more about what the 5G future holds.
Don't Fall for Texts on Military Draft
Recent text messages telling recipients they have been selected for a new military draft are bogus, the US Army and Selective Service say. Do not respond to the messages, which appear to be part of an identity theft scam. Learn more about this scam | File a complaint with the FCC
Stealing All the Credit
Watch out for scam callers pretending to represent banks and credit card companies. They use a variety of tactics, such as bogus fraud alerts or promises of lowered interest rates, to steal your personal information and your credit. Find out how to avoid the scams. | More: Scam Glossary
Consumer Guides
What is caller ID spoofing and how does it work? Get helpful tips about what you can do if you think you're being spoofed.
TV Channel Transition
Find out what channels are changing in your area, when the changes will occur and what you should do to ensure a smooth transition. What to Watch For | Remember to Rescan | Consumer FAQs
Broadband improves lives for people of all ages, from connecting far-flung family members and friends to providing easy online access to a virtual world of goods and services. Learn more about how you can - and why you should - Get Connected.
Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau
The Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau develops and implements the FCC's consumer policies and serves as the agency's connection to the American consumer.