Internet Access
How the Biden Administration Can Restore Trust in Government
Governments can use technology to meet people where they are, serve people better in their real lives, and make successes visible to demonstrate the value of effective governing.
Universal Service Fund Wants Automation Tools to Help Bring Broadband to Communities in Need
The corporation that manages the fund for the Federal Communications Commission is looking for a contractor to help automate its manual, time-consuming data verification process.
To Protect Research Subjects, Account for the Internet
When today’s scientists design experiments, they most often refer to ethical guidelines written decades ago.
Move to Telehealth Strains Therapists and Their Clients
A big issue was client access to technology and reliable internet services.
Phones Actually Pop Skewed 'News Bubbles'
In an era where mobile phones are increasingly the gateway to the internet for the majority worldwide, this insight into mobile news exposure is an encouraging sign.
Lawmakers Propose Using FCC E-Rate Funds to Boost Individuals’ Internet Access
The Federal Communications Commission-provided funds have historically been distributed to institutions instead of people.
It’s Time to Shore up the Universal Service Fund So It Can Live up to Its Name
Congress needs to create a solution that reflects how Americans actually use telecommunications services rather than how we once did.
Shortened Census Count Will Hurt Communities of Color
Some communities face less convenient access to the mail, telephone and online services needed to respond to the survey while others distrust the system.
Senators Push FCC to Increase Funding for Rural Health Care Program
The program helps expand access to telehealth services in rural and remote areas.
America’s Terrible Internet Is Making Quarantine Worse
Why millions of students still can’t get online.
Universal Service Fund Wants to Automate Verification of High-Cost Telecom, Broadband Areas
The Universal Service Administrative Company is looking at robotic process automation to streamline checks and balances before it subsidizes telephone and internet access in high-cost areas.
Pandemic Reveals Need to Make Airwaves More Resilient
The spectrum's sweet spot—frequencies in the mid-range—can carry significant amounts of data while reaching many users but are reserved for the government.
As Virus Keeps Kids From Schools, New Figures Show Millions Lack Home Internet
Meanwhile, a California education official this week said it would take at least $500 million to get students there the computers and internet access they need, and asked the private sector to help.
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