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WISPA Supports Proposed Framework for 6 GHz Band

The Wireless ISP Association generally supports the framework for opening the 6 GHz band while protecting incumbents, as proposed by tech companies last week (see 1806130048), it told the FCC in docket 17-183. “Overall,” the framework is “an excellent starting…

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point for a notice of proposed rulemaking,” WISPA said. “The framework recognizes that indoor devices and outdoor devices should be treated differently given their potential impact on existing operations,” WISPA said. “Ex ante interference protection measures and a periodic database check are essential parts of a comprehensive regulatory framework. Applying these functional requirements will pave the way for shared use of a new unlicensed band that could bring significant benefits.”