Broadcast Information Specialists
April 12, 2018
The Commission has designated two Broadcast Information Specialists, one in the Media Bureau’s Audio Division and one in its Video Division, to serve...
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categoryCaptioning of Internet Video Programming
April 11, 2018
Closed captioning is the visual display of the audio portion of video programming. Captioning provides access to individuals who are deaf or have...
Closed Captioning on Television
April 11, 2018
Closed captioning displays the audio portion of a television program as text on the TV screen, providing a critical link to news, entertainment and...
How to Comment on FCC Proceedings
April 10, 2018
Gathering and analyzing comments from the public is an important part of the Federal Communications Commission's rulemaking process. The FCC...
The Dangers of Distracted Driving
April 5, 2018
The popularity of mobile devices has had some unintended and even dangerous consequences. We now know that mobile communications are linked to a...
Accessibility of Advanced Communications Services and Equipment
April 4, 2018
Advanced communications services and equipment, such as computers, tablets and mobile phones, are required to be accessible and usable by individuals...
Human Exposure to RF Fields from Vehicle-Mounted Antennas
March 30, 2018
Vehicle-mounted antennas used for wireless communications normally operate at a power level of three watts or less. These wireless antennas are...
Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Fields: Guidelines for Cellular Antenna Sites
March 30, 2018
Primary antennas for transmitting wireless telephone service, including cellular and Personal Communications Service (PCS), are usually located...
Telecommunications FAQs for Travelers to Cuba
March 29, 2018
Will my U.S. mobile phone work in Cuba? Maybe. Some U.S. carriers have or are beginning to make agreements with ETECSA (the Cuban national...
Cybersecurity Tips for International Travelers
March 28, 2018
Be Aware 1. When traveling internationally, in addition to taking your passport, take responsibility for your cybersecurity . 2. Your information and...