Articles related to "Federal Communications Commission"
Cell Phone History
History of cellular technology.
history • cell phone • motorola • nokia • mobile phone
History of cellular technology.
history • cell phone • motorola • nokia • mobile phone
FCC Satellite Deadline Looms Near
The FCC may soon stop your ability to see Ally McBeal
federal communications commission • ally mcbeal • fox • nbc • cbs
The FCC may soon stop your ability to see Ally McBeal
federal communications commission • ally mcbeal • fox • nbc • cbs
Host your own talk show? Don't count on it!
If you try to operate what is also known as a "pirate" radio station and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) gets wind of it you will be shut down and your equipment seized. (Thereby leaving you free to go out and commit some <I>real</I> crimes.)
pirate radio • low-broadcast radio • radio • federal communications commission • fcc
If you try to operate what is also known as a "pirate" radio station and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) gets wind of it you will be shut down and your equipment seized. (Thereby leaving you free to go out and commit some <I>real</I> crimes.)
pirate radio • low-broadcast radio • radio • federal communications commission • fcc
Activists Want Net Neutrality Now
Proponents of Net Neutrality say that a friendly administration, FCC, and congress have created a favorable climate for necessary regulation to keep the Internet open.
net neutrality • federal communications commission • internet service providers • amazon books • ncta v. brand x
Proponents of Net Neutrality say that a friendly administration, FCC, and congress have created a favorable climate for necessary regulation to keep the Internet open.
net neutrality • federal communications commission • internet service providers • amazon books • ncta v. brand x
FCC Stifles Broadcast Competition
How the FCC is stifling competition in broadcast TV.
howard stern • fcc • v-chip • direct tv • fcc
How the FCC is stifling competition in broadcast TV.
howard stern • fcc • v-chip • direct tv • fcc
Low Power Radio Looking To Double Stations
Low power radio activists are hoping that this is the year that Congress passes a law that removes restrictions on stations that provide alternative to commercial radio.
low power radio • montana radio cafe' • prometheus radio project • federal communications commission • national association of broadcasters
Low power radio activists are hoping that this is the year that Congress passes a law that removes restrictions on stations that provide alternative to commercial radio.
low power radio • montana radio cafe' • prometheus radio project • federal communications commission • national association of broadcasters
Television and Ethics
The FCC has failed in its role as a moral dictator. Television loves the bomb and hates the breast. How justified violence and Victorian attitudes dominate the media.
television • fcc • violence • ethics • children
The FCC has failed in its role as a moral dictator. Television loves the bomb and hates the breast. How justified violence and Victorian attitudes dominate the media.
television • fcc • violence • ethics • children
The Fairness Doctrine & the Obama Administration
In 1987 the Fairness Doctrine was repealed. Leading Democrats support reinstating the regulation. With one party control of Washington will the doctrine be revived?
fainress doctrine • obama administration • democrat control washington • equal time • presidential debates
In 1987 the Fairness Doctrine was repealed. Leading Democrats support reinstating the regulation. With one party control of Washington will the doctrine be revived?
fainress doctrine • obama administration • democrat control washington • equal time • presidential debates
America's Television Product Placement Rules
Parental, consumer and writer groups applying pressure as advertisers embed thousands of their products and services into television programs.
americas television product placement rules • fcc tougher disclosure notices • advertisers embed products • federal communications commission • notice of proposed rulemaking on product integrati
Parental, consumer and writer groups applying pressure as advertisers embed thousands of their products and services into television programs.
americas television product placement rules • fcc tougher disclosure notices • advertisers embed products • federal communications commission • notice of proposed rulemaking on product integrati
DTV 2009 Transition Away from Analog TV
Digital TV will replace analog TV during the DTV 2009 transition on February 17, 2009.
dtv 2009 • digital tv • analog tv • converter box • dtv.gov
Digital TV will replace analog TV during the DTV 2009 transition on February 17, 2009.
dtv 2009 • digital tv • analog tv • converter box • dtv.gov
FCC Advertising Issues
The Federal Communications Commission is trying to promote joint ownership of newspapers and stations and is looking at the growing product placement business.
fcc advertising issues • product placement business • federal communications commission issues • hidden advertising • cross ownership ban
The Federal Communications Commission is trying to promote joint ownership of newspapers and stations and is looking at the growing product placement business.
fcc advertising issues • product placement business • federal communications commission issues • hidden advertising • cross ownership ban
Mobile Phones: A Brief History
Mobile phones took the world by storm and they aren't letting up. With continuous improvement in quality, enhancement of technology, availability of information services, Internet, email etc the potential applications of "net-mobiles" are limitless. A brief history of the development of mobile phones is given in this article.
cellular • cellular phone • cell phone • federal communications commission • fcc
Mobile phones took the world by storm and they aren't letting up. With continuous improvement in quality, enhancement of technology, availability of information services, Internet, email etc the potential applications of "net-mobiles" are limitless. A brief history of the development of mobile phones is given in this article.
cellular • cellular phone • cell phone • federal communications commission • fcc
Public Television Represents Freedom, Fears Cuts
Although public broadcasting was given federal funding and the official green light for freedom of expression in 1967, today its programmers fear cuts and censorship.
first amendment • public broadcasting • public television • public radio • cable television
Although public broadcasting was given federal funding and the official green light for freedom of expression in 1967, today its programmers fear cuts and censorship.
first amendment • public broadcasting • public television • public radio • cable television
Shirley Chisholm: a true Pioneer
In addition to her ground-breaking 1972 presidential campaign that blazed a new trail, Chisholm was the first African-American woman elected to Congress
shirley chisholm • 1972 presidential campaign • first african-american woman • 1972 democratic presidential nomination • maine senator edmund muskie
In addition to her ground-breaking 1972 presidential campaign that blazed a new trail, Chisholm was the first African-American woman elected to Congress
shirley chisholm • 1972 presidential campaign • first african-american woman • 1972 democratic presidential nomination • maine senator edmund muskie
And You Didn't Think You Were Involved In Politics !!
AND YOU DONT THINK YOURE INVOLVED IN POLITICS?
politics
AND YOU DONT THINK YOURE INVOLVED IN POLITICS?
politics
Automatic Identification System
Position and safety data transmitted by commercial vessels is freely available to recreational boaters that purchase readily available AIS receivers
automatic identification system • ais • ais transponder • sotdma • mmsi
Position and safety data transmitted by commercial vessels is freely available to recreational boaters that purchase readily available AIS receivers
automatic identification system • ais • ais transponder • sotdma • mmsi
Fairness Doctrine History
The Fairness Doctrine was an attempt by the United States Federal Communication Commission to have contrasting points of view about controversial subjects aired on radio.
fairness doctrine • fair and balanced broadcasting • fairness doctrine history • fairness doctrine debate • fairness doctrine actions
The Fairness Doctrine was an attempt by the United States Federal Communication Commission to have contrasting points of view about controversial subjects aired on radio.
fairness doctrine • fair and balanced broadcasting • fairness doctrine history • fairness doctrine debate • fairness doctrine actions
Low Power Radio Bill Clears Hurdle
Community radio activists have cause to rejoice. A bill that lifts restrictions on the number of low power community rado stations has passed a subcommittee vote.
mike doyle • low power fm • montana radio cafe • knds radio • fcc
Community radio activists have cause to rejoice. A bill that lifts restrictions on the number of low power community rado stations has passed a subcommittee vote.
mike doyle • low power fm • montana radio cafe • knds radio • fcc
Marine Radio Channels
Several VHF channels are available for recreational boaters.
using a marine vhf boat radio • working channels for vhf • what vhf channels should i use • vhf channels available for pleasure boats • what vhf channel does the coast guard monitor?
Several VHF channels are available for recreational boaters.
using a marine vhf boat radio • working channels for vhf • what vhf channels should i use • vhf channels available for pleasure boats • what vhf channel does the coast guard monitor?
Obama's Impact on Broadcast News
TV reporters look beyond the political stories to the practical effects President Obama may have on the daily business of broadcast journalism.
obama • broadcast news • television journalists • tv news media • reporters
TV reporters look beyond the political stories to the practical effects President Obama may have on the daily business of broadcast journalism.
obama • broadcast news • television journalists • tv news media • reporters
TV's Effect on Youth Development
The Kaiser Family Foundation provides research that shows that sexual content on television may influence youth behaviors.
television • sex • children • risk • kaiser
The Kaiser Family Foundation provides research that shows that sexual content on television may influence youth behaviors.
television • sex • children • risk • kaiser
'Free Speech' at CBS, and more
Is "snipers wanted" across Dubya Bush's face free speech? I think not! And more.
media • media issues • george w. bush • cbs • "snipers wanted" ad
Is "snipers wanted" across Dubya Bush's face free speech? I think not! And more.
media • media issues • george w. bush • cbs • "snipers wanted" ad
Ally McBeal's Lesbian Kiss, Competition, and Government Censors
Ally has a passionate kiss with another women shown to millions of viewers. But could Howard Stern get away with that?
ally mcbeal • colista flockart • howard stern • stern • fox tv
Ally has a passionate kiss with another women shown to millions of viewers. But could Howard Stern get away with that?
ally mcbeal • colista flockart • howard stern • stern • fox tv
CBS Under Fire From FCC Over Joke On Late, Late Show
CBS is under fire for a joke on the <i>LATE, LATE SHOW</i>; <i>The Outer Limits</i> may live again; The WB announces their Saturday kids line-up; Top rated tv websites and tv programs; This week in television history remembers <i>THE PARTRIDGE FAMILY</i>.
late • late show • cbs • greg kilburn • wb
CBS is under fire for a joke on the <i>LATE, LATE SHOW</i>; <i>The Outer Limits</i> may live again; The WB announces their Saturday kids line-up; Top rated tv websites and tv programs; This week in television history remembers <i>THE PARTRIDGE FAMILY</i>.
late • late show • cbs • greg kilburn • wb
Censorship in America
Censorship is often practiced by those in power to limit social discourse by those who disagree with them.
censorship in america • early american censorship • twentieth century american censorship • censorship laws • freedom expression
Censorship is often practiced by those in power to limit social discourse by those who disagree with them.
censorship in america • early american censorship • twentieth century american censorship • censorship laws • freedom expression
Censorship, 2001
Here's a short report on the latest attempts at censorship.
media issues • censorship • cs lewis • eminem • henry kissinger
Here's a short report on the latest attempts at censorship.
media issues • censorship • cs lewis • eminem • henry kissinger
Censorship: The Threat to Silence Talk Radio
Censorship: The Threat to Silence Talk Radio provides a perspective on the controversy including interviews with conservatives as well as liberal talk-show hosts.
talk show radio • censorship • freedom of speech • fairness doctrine • conservative radio
Censorship: The Threat to Silence Talk Radio provides a perspective on the controversy including interviews with conservatives as well as liberal talk-show hosts.
talk show radio • censorship • freedom of speech • fairness doctrine • conservative radio
Content Rules for College Radio Broadcasting
College radio broadcasting is regulated by the FCC; so, there are specific content rules that every station must adhere to.
content rules • college radio broadcasting • censorship of music • indie musician • fcc censorship
College radio broadcasting is regulated by the FCC; so, there are specific content rules that every station must adhere to.
content rules • college radio broadcasting • censorship of music • indie musician • fcc censorship
Fairness Doctrine Being Pushed by New Congress
The Fairness Doctrine, which was abolished in 1987, is once again being discussed as a Democrat President and Congress take office.
fairness doctrine on radio • equal time on radio • obama and fairness doctrine • democrats and fairness doctrine • fairness doctrine and localism
The Fairness Doctrine, which was abolished in 1987, is once again being discussed as a Democrat President and Congress take office.
fairness doctrine on radio • equal time on radio • obama and fairness doctrine • democrats and fairness doctrine • fairness doctrine and localism
FCC Considers Major Changes In TV Station Ownership Rules
The FCC is considering major changes in the rules governing ownership of local television stations. Read how they can impact what you see on TV. Also, find out what network is televising your favorite NBA and NHL playoff games. This week in television history remembers "Gimma A Break." Our Web site of the week looks at the official fan club for "24."
24 • keifer sutherland • gimma a break • nell carter • joey lawrence
The FCC is considering major changes in the rules governing ownership of local television stations. Read how they can impact what you see on TV. Also, find out what network is televising your favorite NBA and NHL playoff games. This week in television history remembers "Gimma A Break." Our Web site of the week looks at the official fan club for "24."
24 • keifer sutherland • gimma a break • nell carter • joey lawrence
FCC Votes to Ease Ownership Restrictions
In a controversial move, the FCC votes to approve television ownership rule changes. Find out the latest from the world of television, including who is not returning to "The Practice" next season. Our Web site of the week looks at the upcoming College World Series.
college world series • omaha • csuf • csuf titans • cal state fullerton titans
In a controversial move, the FCC votes to approve television ownership rule changes. Find out the latest from the world of television, including who is not returning to "The Practice" next season. Our Web site of the week looks at the upcoming College World Series.
college world series • omaha • csuf • csuf titans • cal state fullerton titans
FDR's New Deal Based on Fascism?
Franklin Roosevelt's New Deal supposedly lifted the United States out of the Great Depression. However, this program was influenced by Benito Mussolini.
franklin d. roosevelt • benito mussolini • new deal • fascism • great depression
Franklin Roosevelt's New Deal supposedly lifted the United States out of the Great Depression. However, this program was influenced by Benito Mussolini.
franklin d. roosevelt • benito mussolini • new deal • fascism • great depression
George Carlin: Comic Critic for Our Times (Part One of Two)
Like him or loathe him, George Carlin has been one of America's most distinctive humorists for more than 30 years. Read what my pal Jeffrey Deutsch has to say about him.
Like him or loathe him, George Carlin has been one of America's most distinctive humorists for more than 30 years. Read what my pal Jeffrey Deutsch has to say about him.
Government Stimies Broadcast Competition
U.S. government begins enforcement of law cutting satellite users off from CBS and FOX.
U.S. government begins enforcement of law cutting satellite users off from CBS and FOX.
History of Emergency Number 911
During its 40 years of existence, the 911 emergency call system in North America has utilized technological advances to become a major life-saving communication resource
911 • e911 • emergency call number • history of 911 • birth of 911
During its 40 years of existence, the 911 emergency call system in North America has utilized technological advances to become a major life-saving communication resource
911 • e911 • emergency call number • history of 911 • birth of 911
National Newspaper Advertising
Newspaper publishers hope to increase revenue by acquiring new media and by rebranding newspapers as consumer-friendly opt-in media in an opt-out ad world.
national newspaper advertising • rebranding newspapers • opt in media opt out world • word of mouth advertising • federal communicatons commission ruling
Newspaper publishers hope to increase revenue by acquiring new media and by rebranding newspapers as consumer-friendly opt-in media in an opt-out ad world.
national newspaper advertising • rebranding newspapers • opt in media opt out world • word of mouth advertising • federal communicatons commission ruling
Newspapers Just One Solution for Digital Divide
The role of media in the information age is just one aspect of a new report issued by the Knight Commission on the Information Needs of Communities in a Democracy.
newspapers • digital divide • media literacy • information gap • role of media
The role of media in the information age is just one aspect of a new report issued by the Knight Commission on the Information Needs of Communities in a Democracy.
newspapers • digital divide • media literacy • information gap • role of media
NOAA Weather Radio (NWR)
Purchase and use of a NOAA Weather Radio All Hazards receiver can provide an early warning of hazards like natural disasters and environmental emergencies.
noaa weather radio • nwr • all hazards alert • specific area message encoding • emergency alert system
Purchase and use of a NOAA Weather Radio All Hazards receiver can provide an early warning of hazards like natural disasters and environmental emergencies.
noaa weather radio • nwr • all hazards alert • specific area message encoding • emergency alert system
Obama and Electronic Journalism
Obama is expected to give serious attention to electronic journalism, the Fairness Doctrine or localism, along with the Democrat Congress.
obama and electronic communication • obama and fcc appointments • obama and fairness doctrine • obama and localism • obama and communication promises
Obama is expected to give serious attention to electronic journalism, the Fairness Doctrine or localism, along with the Democrat Congress.
obama and electronic communication • obama and fcc appointments • obama and fairness doctrine • obama and localism • obama and communication promises
One Year Already?
A slightly non-sequitorial look at Nicholas Moreau's first year as a writer for Suite101.com's Children's Television section.
A slightly non-sequitorial look at Nicholas Moreau's first year as a writer for Suite101.com's Children's Television section.
Our Favorite "TV Shows”
Believe it or not, there was a time America had only three major TV stations, now the shows that began home entertainment strive to hold on.
television • programming • history • golden age • drama
Believe it or not, there was a time America had only three major TV stations, now the shows that began home entertainment strive to hold on.
television • programming • history • golden age • drama
Saving Money on Your Phone Bill
Ways to cut phone costs include eliminating non-essential features, finding alternatives to long distance, and using new technology like wireless, VOIP, and Skype.
saving money phone bill • cheap phone service • save money phone • spending less phone • pay less phone
Ways to cut phone costs include eliminating non-essential features, finding alternatives to long distance, and using new technology like wireless, VOIP, and Skype.
saving money phone bill • cheap phone service • save money phone • spending less phone • pay less phone
Secret Audio Recordings in the United States
Today's technology allows secret recording of conversations in nearly any situation. The temptation to record conversations can be great.
audio recording • electronic communication • record conversation • phone tapping • eavesdropping penalties
Today's technology allows secret recording of conversations in nearly any situation. The temptation to record conversations can be great.
audio recording • electronic communication • record conversation • phone tapping • eavesdropping penalties
Solar Power From Space?
The need for energy alternatives to oil can be compared to the weather: Everyone talks about the subject, but no one seems to do much about it.
solar panels energy independence • alternative energy space technology • california public utilities commission • solaren pg&e deal • spacex lower launch costs
The need for energy alternatives to oil can be compared to the weather: Everyone talks about the subject, but no one seems to do much about it.
solar panels energy independence • alternative energy space technology • california public utilities commission • solaren pg&e deal • spacex lower launch costs
Technology for Classrooms-Blogs Podcasts & Wikis
Student blogs, wikis, and audio or video podcasts are all easy ideas for teachers who want to improve instruction by classroom technology integration.
technology for classrooms • classroom technology integration • student blogs • students blog • education podcast
Student blogs, wikis, and audio or video podcasts are all easy ideas for teachers who want to improve instruction by classroom technology integration.
technology for classrooms • classroom technology integration • student blogs • students blog • education podcast
Teen Drivers & Cellphones
Text-messaging is driving teens to distraction and horrific accidents on the road. But a 73-year-old law prevents Americans from installing a solution in their vehicles.
text messaging • cellphone jamming • teens driving • teen driving accidents • text messaging while driving statistics
Text-messaging is driving teens to distraction and horrific accidents on the road. But a 73-year-old law prevents Americans from installing a solution in their vehicles.
text messaging • cellphone jamming • teens driving • teen driving accidents • text messaging while driving statistics
The United States Science Departments
Ever been confused about certain departments politcians mention? Ever wondered what their purposes are and what exactly it is that they do?
how many science departments are there? • list of united states science agencies • why does america have so many science departments? • why does the united states have so many science ag • what kind of department is the united states paten
Ever been confused about certain departments politcians mention? Ever wondered what their purposes are and what exactly it is that they do?
how many science departments are there? • list of united states science agencies • why does america have so many science departments? • why does the united states have so many science ag • what kind of department is the united states paten
TV Ads Target Vulnerable Kids
Researchers estimate that the average child views 40,000 television commercials per year and that children influence parental spending to the tune of $670 billion (APA).
tv ads target kids • junk television advertisers • children influence spending • commericals fast food chains • children's television act
Researchers estimate that the average child views 40,000 television commercials per year and that children influence parental spending to the tune of $670 billion (APA).
tv ads target kids • junk television advertisers • children influence spending • commericals fast food chains • children's television act
TV Product Placement Effectiveness and Ethics
Culture minister expresses "very serious concerns about blurring the boundaries between advertising and editorial" in United Kingdom's highly acclaimed TV programming.
tv product placement effectiveness ethics • british placement ban • player logo • protecting british broadcasting standards • tobacco industry mad men
Culture minister expresses "very serious concerns about blurring the boundaries between advertising and editorial" in United Kingdom's highly acclaimed TV programming.
tv product placement effectiveness ethics • british placement ban • player logo • protecting british broadcasting standards • tobacco industry mad men
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