On Wed, 7 Mar 2007 14:05:35 -0800, Patrick Leary wrote > Sigh. This thread and sparring going at the isp-wireless list on a > similar thread shows just how difficult it can be for small WISPs to > agree on any one issue, much less all UL wireless broadband providers > across all provider segments. Even the personally-funded best of > intentions (e.g. Marlon's nine years of efforts), bring rants and rages. > Now imagine the no-win situation the FCC faces in trying to keep > WISPs even moderately contented.
Keep us contented? Ummm... That's easy. One statement to Congress, the DOJ, and the FBI. "Information technology innovation and divergence has resulted in such a massive diversity of technological and physical means of delivering broadband, we believe it is impossible to uniformly intercept internet content, track users, and regulate connectivity methodology without severe disruption to our most vibrant industry." There, problem solved. Besides, CALEA never applied to ISP's anyway, so ruled the FCC, before it did a double take and now tries to hold two conflicting positions before regulators, concerning ISP's. We are, or are not, depending on the issue, a regulated industry now, with nary a logical justification for this obviously inconsistent ruling. They created this mess all on their own, and some really NASTY cat-herding efforts might cause them to re-think things in the first place, and go back to their original, supportable and consistent position that we are NOT telecommunications. > > As I say, it's like herding cats during a lightning storm. > > But I do so love this business -- never a dull moment! > > Patrick Leary Alright, you forced it. (snicker) http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=6572941025419743765 -------------------------------------------- Mark Koskenmaki <> Neofast, Inc Broadband for the Walla Walla Valley and Blue Mountains 541-969-8200 -- WISPA Wireless List: [email protected] Subscribe/Unsubscribe: http://lists.wispa.org/mailman/listinfo/wireless Archives: http://lists.wispa.org/pipermail/wireless/
