The FCC have just stated they will support E-rate subsidies for existing school fiber networks. Schools and libraries that own and operate their own fiber network need to take notice, since there are operating and capital costs that can now be subsidized by E-rate, providing … [Read more...]
Cost Allocation of Fiber Strands when Self Constructing
This post talks about the cost allocation of fiber strands when a school or library builds their own fiber network using E-rate funds. From funding year 2015, the FCC allows the school or library to build their own fiber network, if the school or library can show that the build … [Read more...]
School owned Fiber Optic Broadband Network
Can a school use E-rate to build a fiber optic broadband network ? From funding year 2016 the answer is yes. When I say funding year 2016 I mean from July 1st 2016 to June 30th 2017. However, if you want to start building a fiber optic network you need to start planning now, … [Read more...]