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 significant benefit to schools and libraries. This subsidy is applicable […]
Tribal Schools and Libraries Eligible for Additional Sources of E-rate Funding
Tribal Schools and Libraries are eligible for additional sources of E-rate funding. In the December 2014 E-rate Report and Order, the FCC wrote that States that contribute to the school or library match for special construction charges will be eligible for a $1 to $1 match by the FCC, up to a maximum additional discount […]
Operating a Fiber Network
If you’re a school and determine for funding year 2016, self provisioning a fiber network is the most cost effective option for you, the next question is, how will you operate your network. First though, we will first give a brief explanation of the term “self provision” Self Provisioning a Fiber Network Self provision really […]