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To: Stephen B. Temple who wrote (1321)	9/18/1998 5:50:00 AM
From: Stephen B. Temple	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 3178

Off-Topic: FCC proposed Wed. to remove barrier to faster modem speeds by allowing digital 56 kbps modems<> September 18, 1998 COMMUNICATIONS DAILY via NewsEdge Corporation : FCC proposed Wed. to remove barrier to faster modem speeds by allowing digital 56 kbps modems to use more network power. Change suggested in notice of proposed rulemaking would relax 2- decade-old rule that limited amount of signal power that can be transmitted through phone network. If adopted, proposal would allow for "moderately " higher modem speeds (true 56 kbps instead of current 53.6 kbps) from ISPs to consumers, FCC said. Action is latest in Commission's biennial review, in which agency must examine rules and eliminate or streamline those it finds outdated. Power limitations were contained in Part 68 of Commission rules that set technical parameters for terminal equipment and limited power levels to prevent electrocution, malfunctions, interference. FCC said it thinks signal power limitations can be relaxed without causing interference or technical problems, but it asked for comment on "any benefits and harms" that might result. It said that while proposal would produce "somewhat higher " modem speeds, it still intends to remove other impediments to faster data transmission when it's in "public interest." Chmn. Kennard said proposed change is "common-sense move" and is "just a small part of the FCC's ongoing effort to end the worldwide wait." Comr. Furchtgott-Roth approved rules, but reiterated his belief that scope of biennial review is too narrow and should encompass all FCC regulations. Comments on proposal are due at FCC 30 days from when it is published in Federal Register. Reply comments are due 15 days later.