Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

Definition

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is an independent United States government agency that regulates interstate and international communications by radio, television, wire, satellite, and cable. Established by the Communications Act of 1934, it works to ensure that the American communications infrastructure is reliable, safe, and serves the public interest.

Related terms

Net Neutrality: The principle that internet service providers should enable access to all content and applications regardless of the source without favoring or blocking particular products or websites.

Broadcast License: A permission granted by the FCC to operate a radio or television station within a specific frequency or channel in accordance with certain regulations.

Spectrum Management: The process of regulating the use of radio frequencies to promote efficient use and gain a net social benefit