A new program from the FCC is promoting broadband adoption and increased access to Internet by easing one of the barriers of entry for some low-income households. The initiative, announced Wednesday, will provide families who are eligible for the school-lunch program, approximately 25 million Americans, with monthly Internet service for $9.95 and a computer for $150.Read more

As the FCC draws closer to the October 27 vote on Chairman Julius Genachowski’s plan to overhaul the Universal Service Fund (USF), four Democratic lawmakers urged the FCC to focus broadband Internet expansion efforts to improving access in crucial locations such as schools and health clinics.Read more

Technology and innovation is changing the way consumers shop and retailers provide services to their customers. The "digital wallet" is one example of how technology companies are teaming up with retailers to provide one touch shopping and purchasing options for mobile and Web based shoppers.Read more

Every week, hundreds of Net Literacy student volunteers work to increase digital inclusion and digital literacy by refurbishing computers and teaching computer and Internet skills to senior citizens.  Founded in 2003 by middle school students, Net Literacy focuses on youth involvement with 60 percent of the board of directors compromised of students and student volunteers performing all ofRead more

As Americans head out to the polls today for the midterm elections, broadband will play a crucial role. The New York Times reports that leading social media websites Facebook and Twitter will be working to get out the vote and providing instant analysis of the results:

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The National Journal reports that former Governors Jeb Bush and Bob Wise have launched the Digital Learning Council, a group committed to promoting digital literacy:

"Technology has the power to customize education for every student in America," said Bush, co-chair of the Digital Learning Council. "Providing a customized, personalized education for students was a dream just a decade ago. Technology can turn that dream into reality today."

To date, more than 50 leaders from education, technology, government, and other fields, have joined the bipartisan council. The combined brainpower of the new group will identify policies to move digital learning from the marginal role it plays today to the forefront of education.

Ultimately, the council will make its final recommendations on digital learning the focus of a nationwide campaign to promote the adoption of those policy principles by states.

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