US FCC proposes to open more wireless spectrum for space-based wireless service

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WASHINGTON, Sept 8 : The Federal Communications Commission said on Tuesday it is moving to open more wireless spectrum for access for space-based broadband service.

The FCC said its order to be voted on September 30 would open many thousands of megahertz to boost capacity for high-speed satellite broadband to the home, in-flight and on-ship connectivity, and traffic-routing functions in satellite ground networks.

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