TIA Applauds FCC NPRM to Release 5 GHz Spectrum for Wi-Fi Use

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TIA Applauds FCC NPRM to Release 5 GHz Spectrum for Wi-Fi Use

ARLINGTON, VA (February 21, 2013) – The Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA), the leading association representing the manufacturers and suppliers of high-tech communications networks, today applauded the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to free up spectrum in the 5 GHz band for Wi-Fi use.  TIA issued the following statement:

“Consumers will benefit from the FCC's steps toward making more unlicensed spectrum in the 5 GHz band available for technologies such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.   The short-range propagation characteristics of 5 GHz spectrum enable localized reuse with minimal risk of interference.  TIA applauds the FCC for taking these actions.”

About TIA

The Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) represents manufacturers and suppliers of global communications networks through standards development, policy and advocacy, business opportunities, market intelligence, and events and networking. TIA enhances the business environment for broadband, mobile wireless, information technology, networks, cable, satellite and unified communications. Members' products and services empower communications in every industry and market, including healthcare, education, security, public safety, transportation, government, the military, the environment, and entertainment. Visit tiaonline.org for more details.

TIA is accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), and is a proud sponsor of ANSI’s Standards Boost Business campaign. Visit www.standardsboostbusiness.org for details.

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