Making a Case for Space

At the Olympics or national political conventions wireless microphones give journalists flexibility to move freely. Some technology companies have asked the FCC for permission to sell wireless devices that would operate in this same band spectrum as wireless microphones, known as white space. The companies claim their systems won't interfere with microphones. Opponents say space sharing could change the face of reporting. Do you think the FCC should allow competition for this space? Do you think there will be frequency interruptions if the devices are approved?

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