Google has stated its interest in using the “white spaces” of TV as a new method of delivering broadband to consumers, a kind of “Wi-Fi 2.0″ or “Wi-Fi on steroids” as Google puts it. This would allow Americans across the country to receive wireless broadband. Microsoft, Intel and other prominent companies have also voiced their support.
Google has stated that much of this white space goes unused and that it represents an incredible opportunity for consumers. Last Friday, Google sent a six-page letter to the FCC outlining some of the advantages of utilizing this white space for broadband use. However, don’t expect to be accessing this new network anytime soon. Google has stated that the technology won’t be available until the end of 2009, assuming it can get the approval it needs to bring this plan to fruition, seeing as how it is facing a great deal of complaints from broadcasters who fear that the move could result in interference.
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