In another decision the Supremes’ handed down a ruling supporting the FCC and favoring cable companies. The 6-3 ruling rejects a move to force cable companies to share their cable infrastructure with other providers (AOL for example). Expect less competition. The impacts for Extension: less competition for true broadband service meaning the only alternative will continue to be DSL. DSL will not allow the same level of service with video and higher level functions. The Extension services like Purdue that have already committed to T-1 access will contiue to have advantages in using distance saving techologies like IP video. Clientele will also have less access to alternative providers, slowing the availability and capabilities of higher levels of data transmission.
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