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News about People and Companies influencing The Broadband Home

New Homes: How "Broadband Ready" Are They?

With all the new technology designed for homes, is new construction incorporating infrastructure for networking computers, entertainment etc.? And do developers want to offer broadband services?

• It's still early in the life cycle for building in the "electronic plumbing," but we're headed in the right direction.
• Educational barriers must be overcome and complexity is an impediment.
• CEA's TechHome Rating System is a great start.

We report on the elements to make homes tech-ready and some of the companies involved.

Georgia: Peaches, Peanuts and Broadband?

Georgia Tech's Broadband Institute focuses on broadband communications research and applications. Much of their funding and work plan come from industrial sponsors. They're starting a new project cycle and welcome inquiries. You might check out if they could help your company.

Your Voice -- Readers' Comments

A few of YOUR thoughtful tidbits culled from this months' email.

Conference and Report Tidbits

Facts and figures from recent reports and conferences

• PLC for Broadband Access?
• Broadband in Europe

  Events on our Calendar

  Broadband Gurus