Text-to-911: Quick Facts & FAQs
March 28, 2018
Today most consumers cannot reach 911 by sending a text message from their wireless phone. In limited areas of the United States , however, it is now...
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categoryCybersecurity 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...
Cell Phone Unlocking FAQs
March 28, 2018
A new era of choice for cell phone users has begun, as all nationwide service providers have fully implemented policies that allow their customers to...
Emergency Communications
March 28, 2018
During emergencies, the importance of our country’s communications systems becomes clear. These communications systems include the wireline and...
Low Power FM (LPFM) Radio
March 7, 2018
The FCC has a special class of radio licenses called Low Power FM Radio (LPFM) to create opportunities for new voices to be heard on the radio. The...
Tips for Secure Web Navigation and Transactions
March 7, 2018
Tips for Securing Your Online Surfing and Transactions Anti-virus and firewall programs protect computers from a host of potentially dangerous...
International Long Distance Calling Made Simple Tip Sheet
March 1, 2018
1. Check with your long distance service provider to find out how to dial internationally from the U.S. The procedure for calling Canada and most...
EEO Rules and Policies for Radio, Broadcast TV and Non-Broadcast TV
February 23, 2018
The FCC has Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) rules and policies for radio and TV broadcasters and multichannel video programming distributors (...
Children's Safety Resources
February 9, 2018
It is important to keep our children safe when they are on-line and using other media. Below are resources that give you information about blocking...
E-rate: Universal Service Program for Schools and Libraries
February 9, 2018
The FCC's E-rate program makes telecommunications and information services more affordable for schools and libraries. With funding from the Universal...