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Federal Communications Commission
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This is an unofficial announcement of Commission action. Release of the full text of a Commission order constitutes official action. See MCI v. FCC. 515 F 2d 385 (D.C. Circ 1974).

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 14, 1999

News Media contact:
Audrey Spivack (202) 418-0512

FCC LAUNCHES TWELVE DAYS OF BROADBAND ON FCC WEBSITE


Washington, D.C. -- In the spirit of the holidays, the FCC launched its "Twelve Days of Broadband" on the FCC's website today at: www:fcc.gov. This website presents the various uses of broadband and the 12 ways that broadband is changing the way we work, play and live. Each day will be devoted to a specific aspect of broadband use and potential use such as education, telemedicine, news and information gathering, and shopping.

Day one is the overview on the future of broadband.

Day two focuses on the accessibility of the Internet and bringing the outside world closer to people with disabilities.

Day three: Stay tuned!

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