Category Archives: FCC

(USA) VoIP Providers Have 120 Days to Provide 911

Posted on 1 June, 2005 by Administrator

Companies offering internet-based phone services in the US have been given just 120 days to ensure that their lines provide access to the emergency services, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) ruled last week. Source. There are going to be a … Continue reading →

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(USA) APCO Accuses Vonage Of 911 Subterfuge

Posted on 20 April, 2005 by Administrator

The Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials International (APCO) has complained to the FCC about Vonage’s proposed interim method of handling E911 VoIP calls.

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(USA) TruePosition Offers Hosted Solution For Rural Carriers

Posted on 12 April, 2005 by Administrator

TruePosition today announced a hosted solution for wireless location, designed to help rural carriers meet the FCC’s E911 Phase II requirements.

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(USA) FCC Enhanced 911 Site

Posted on 5 April, 2005 by Administrator

The FCC’s official site explaining the wireless Enhanced 911 (E911) rules.

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(USA) Rural wireless carriers get Phase II E911 waivers

Posted on 25 March, 2005 by Administrator

The FCC granted 32 whole or partial waivers for rural wireless carrier enhanced 911 Phase II obligations, and denied or dismissed eight other requests.

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