Spectrum Management : Auctions

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Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service

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Summary

Examines the role of auctions in spectrum policy, focusing on the allocation of spectrum for TV broadcasting, radio, advanced wireless, or unlicensed use and the assignment of licenses for exclusiv...

Examines the role of auctions in spectrum policy, focusing on the allocation of spectrum for TV broadcasting, radio, advanced wireless, or unlicensed use and the assignment of licenses for exclusive or shared use of frequencies. Describes spectrum auction and service rules, NextWave Telecom, and technology; and outlines recent Congressional actions regarding spectrum auctions. Highlights Administration spectrum policy and new legislation concerning spectrum auction policy.

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