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FCC Seeks Comment on Speed Testing Petition

The FCC Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau on Wednesday asked for comment in 30 days on a petition for rulemaking by Fine Point Technologies seeking standardized broadband speed testing protocols. “This proposal is aimed at ensuring consistent, reliable, and equitable…

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speed testing for broadband users, regardless of the specific hardware or proprietary technology implemented by individual manufacturers,” said a company filing. “Proprietary testing protocols tied to specific [equipment] manufacturers can create discrepancies that misrepresent actual user experiences, potentially leading to misinformation or unmet expectations,” Fine Point said. Comments should be filed in RM-11991.