http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com Knight Center articles hourly 1 1970-01-01T00:00+00:00 How working together can help ensure success in a broadband initiative http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=772 2009-11-12 Knight Center research analyst explains the tools used to study and analyze communities http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=773 2009-11-12 U.S. Broadband Coalition offers detailed policy suggestions to the Federal Communications Commission http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=774 2009-11-12 Project has received Knight Foundation grant and Knight Center of Digital Excellence support http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=770 2009-11-11 Today the NTIA &RUS announced that they are consolidating the next two rounds of funding into one final round. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=766 2009-11-10 Corporations and lawmakers are battling to keep net neutrality from happening http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=761 2009-10-30 NTIA administrator says process will be pushed back by a few weeks http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=759 2009-10-28 Usage suggests service providers should consider gaming a core application http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=751 2009-10-21 The final piece in a four-part series on the Federal Communication Commission’s six net neutrality principles http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=749 2009-10-20 A look at the open Internet rules and regulations in other nations http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=752 2009-10-20 Broadband availability without adoption doesn't have much sound http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=746 2009-10-16 The third in a four-part series on the Federal Communication Commission’s six net neutrality principles http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=743 2009-10-14 During the COMPTEL PLUS Convention and Expo this week, Angela Simpson, advisor to the assistant secretary for National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), shared that the NTIA is “on track” to announce the first round of funding in November. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=741 2009-10-13 Council on Foundations Fall Conference for Community Foundations features Knight Center success stories http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=739 2009-10-12 The second in a four-part series on the Federal Communication Commission’s six net neutrality principles http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=744 2009-10-12 RUS official says a joint second and third round is likely http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=738 2009-10-09 How the U.S. stacks up against worldwide competitor nations depends on the perspective http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=733 2009-10-08 Tips on how to have a high-impact connected community initiative http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=734 2009-10-08 Four factors will encourage broadband success in communities of all sizes http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=735 2009-10-08 Today, the U.S. Department of Commerce's National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) today announced the first four stimulus grants for broadband deployment in four states. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=729 2009-10-06 Department of Homeland Security encourages all Internet users to take responsibility for their cyber safety http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=724 2009-10-01 First in a four-part series exploring the FCC's principles of net neutrality http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=725 2009-10-01 llinois Governor Pat Quinn launches the state's public/private partnership between state and local governments, Norlight Telecommunications, Motorola and Royell Communications to bring high-speed, affordable broadband Internet service to rural Macoupin and Montgomery counties. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=715 2009-09-24 After more than 18 months of discussion and debate, the U.S. Broadband Coalition released its report on a national broadband strategy at a meeting at the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Sept. 24. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=717 2009-09-24 In a recent webcast from the Brookings Institution, Federal Communications Chairman Julius Genachowski opened up on Net Neutrality, proposing new rules that would protect an open Internet on all wired and wireless networks. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=708 2009-09-23 Ideascale, the latest social networking effort from the Federal Communication Commission to solicit opinion on what a national broadband plan should include is beginning to gain some traction. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=707 2009-09-22 The 2012 Olympics in London promise to show how broadband networks can take communications to previously unimagined heights. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=712 2009-09-21 FCC shares that consumers should keep an eye on public policy for privacy protection rights. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=703 2009-09-17 At a recent Federal Communications Commission workshop, consumer advocates spoke out for federal policies that disclose practices of broadband providers. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=711 2009-09-17 The fiber-optic cable that just went live is the first of several new undersea connections expected to boost Internet access in Africa between now and mid-2010. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=710 2009-09-16 The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is holding a number of workshops designed to promote an open dialogue with service, equipment and applications providers, as well as community and other groups on a variety of topics important to the creation of a national broadband plan. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=696 2009-09-11 Let’s assume download Internet speeds in the U.S. continue to grow at the same pace they have over the past year. How long do you think it would take us to catch up with current Internet speeds in South Korea? One year? Two? Ten? Try 15. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=690 2009-09-08 The [RUS and NTIA] are still not decided about the timing on Round 2, and are still evaluating whether to have a large, later Round 2 and no Round 3, or to do two smaller rounds, with a NOFA this fall. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=685 2009-09-03 The Knight Center of Digital Excellence has been active in helping its Knight communities participate in the first round of broadband stimulus funding. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=687 2009-09-03 Now that the first round of broadband stimulus funding applications are in, what do we expect? The experts weigh in. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=688 2009-09-03 Thousands of firefighters were still battling several major wildfires in Southern California on Tuesday – just one day in a massive effort to get the fires roaring across 127,000 acres under control. Broadband communications are helping them do it. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=682 2009-09-02 The Knight Center of Digital Excellence spoke with BroadbandUSA officials that pointed out the software problem encountered by many applicants when creating and storing PDFs. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=681 2009-09-01 Round One Stimulus applications have been submitted and now the reviewing begins. What can applicants expect as they wait to hear about their ask? http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=664 2009-08-27 The Commerce Department's National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) and the Department of Agriculture's Rural Utilities Service (RUS) announced today that they received almost 2,200 applications requesting nearly $28 billion in funding for proposed broadband projects reaching all 50 U.S. states and territories and the District of Columbia. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=666 2009-08-27 Now that the first-round stimulus funding deadlines (and extensions) have come and gone, applicants can sit back and catch their breath knowing full well all the "i"s are dotted and the "t"s crossed. Or can they? http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=657 2009-08-26 Be careful if you plan on waiting till the last minute to submit – it may become a lost cause by then http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=622 2009-08-19 These are some simple tips BroadbandUSA offered to help its system run more efficiently, help you speed your application processing and ensure all applications are filed by the deadline. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=620 2009-08-18 Three key considerations communities should consider to take advantage of the NTIA & RUS electronic filing extension. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=614 2009-08-14 Pending applications will now be accepted until 5 p.m. on Aug. 20. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=611 2009-08-13 Round one of stimulus applications will serve as learning process for second round http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=601 2009-08-10 A list of stimulus tools and resources aggregated by the Knight Center of Digital Excellence http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=602 2009-08-10 A look at the new Knight Center of Digital Excellence's new website http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=595 2009-08-07 View the series of webcasts from the Knight Center of Digital Excellence and gain a competitive advantage http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=596 2009-08-07 View two stimulus webcasts from the Knight Center of Digital Excellence. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=597 2009-08-07 Compliance is a serious issue for funding recipients. This overview covers important compliance issues. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=598 2009-08-07 A step-by-step of tasks and necessary information when applying for broadband stimulus funds by the Knight Center's Charles Berry http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=600 2009-08-07 A recent update of the FAQ provides answers to new questions to aid applicants rushing to meet the Aug. 14 deadline. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=593 2009-08-05 Highlights and Knight Center input on the new and updated BIP/BTOP FAQ document http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=594 2009-08-05 According to the FAQ released for BIP and BTOP there’s an opportunity for communities to strengthen their broadband stimulus funding requests provided their methodology and data are solid. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=589 2009-08-03 Breaking down the NTIA's BTOP scoring criteria in an effort to assist communities in creating strong stimulus proposals. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=590 2009-08-01 Some resources to help potential applicants understand the compliance requirements of the stimulus funding application process http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=545 2009-07-29 A look at the scoring chart for BIP applications http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=543 2009-07-28 Part two of the debrief from the stimulus workshop in Minneapolis, MN. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=214 2009-07-24 Answers to questions about application process now available on the BroadbandUSA site. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=542 2009-07-24 Part one of a debrief of the Stimulus Workshop held in Minneapolis, MN. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=215 2009-07-23 Google's recent contest to solicit ideas on how to make broadband available and affordable is similar to Cleveland's Fund for our Economic Future's Voices and Choices http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=216 2009-07-21 A primer on how to leverage ARRA funds to purchase and implement an Electronic Health Records System http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=217 2009-07-21 More reasons why non-adopters need a broadband connection http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=218 2009-07-17 All industries have their own lexicon and acronyms that one needs to be proficient in to "talk the talk." The world of broadband stimulus is no different. Are you lost in the world of acronyms? Here's the Knight Center of Digital Excellence's cheat sheet: http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=219 2009-07-16 The words that have been bandied about and debated by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) this year are important for you to know if you want to participate in the bid for stimulus dollars. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=221 2009-07-16 What broadband stimulus funds can mean for your community http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=223 2009-07-16 Consumers demonstrate demand for better broadband http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=224 2009-07-15 Aneesh Chopra, Obama’s CTO, speaks of the Importance of Innovation at Cleveland City Club Forum http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=225 2009-07-14 A discussion regarding the jobs that broadband stimulus will provide http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=226 2009-07-13 Highlighting the Knight Center of Digital Excellence progress in several Knight Communities http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=234 2009-07-09 Mark Ansboury and Scot Rourke of OneCommunity and the Knight Center of Digital Excellence are selected 2009 Ernst & Young Entrepreneurs of the Year for Northeast Ohio http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=235 2009-07-09 A view from Cuyahoga County Public Library http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=236 2009-07-09 Guest viewpoint discussing the positives and negatives of an open network http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=237 2009-07-09 Overview of Stimulus workshops and deadlines for registration http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=238 2009-07-09 Knight Center of Digital Excellence Newsletter http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=557 2009-07-09 While non-adopters ask 'so what,' adopters realize broadband 'a must' http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=233 2009-07-08 Philadelphia launches its new community broadband initiative http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=232 2009-07-07 Downtown Akron Partnership pins hopes on new wireless network http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=231 2009-07-06 Secretary of Commerce and FCC Chairman announce urban funds in Cleveland http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=230 2009-07-02 Details emerge regarding NTIA Notice of Funding Availability for ARRA funds http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=229 2009-07-01 State broadband authorities can provide big benefits as in the case of North Carolina's e-NC http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=228 2009-06-30 A new study by the Pew Research Center’s Internet & American Life Project reinforces the need to bring affordable Internet access to those who don’t have it – those who, in short, stand to be left out of participating in an American society that now depends on digital communication. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=227 2009-06-29 The Knight Center of Digital Excellence has helped develop a comprehensive workforce development program for young adults that is poised to make a positive impact on the community. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=183 2009-06-25 White House highlights significant potential cost savings of digitizing and standardizing health records. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=182 2009-06-24 "Nationwide model" network rolls out initial corridor in Akron, providing free wireless Internet access to citizens and to hospitals, museums and the library. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=181 2009-06-23 Television can be a valuable resource for getting Internet access in more homes across the U.S. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=180 2009-06-19 Study shows lower percentages of Internet users among minorities, but several efforts underway to reverse this trend. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=178 2009-06-17 Document released by the Rural Utilities Service and the U.S. Department of Agriculture outlines grantmaking process for federal broadband stimulus funding. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=179 2009-06-17 The Cuyahoga County Public Library is a good example of how libraries can use broadband to develop high-impact programs for their constituents. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=177 2009-06-16 A study released by the Interactive Advertising Bureau shows growth of online business and highlights industry shifts. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=176 2009-06-11 ePrescribing could reduce medical errors and save money for health care providers and patients. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=175 2009-06-10 Blog explains why big bandwidth is needed to access all the services that the Internet can offer. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=171 2009-06-04 For broadband success, communities must tailor their efforts to capitalize on specific strengths and meet demonstrated needs. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=172 2009-06-04 Study explores return on investment for broadband networks and how broadband can revolutionize business operations. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=173 2009-06-04 Knight Center of Digital Excellence Newsletter http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=165 2009-06-03 U.S. Broadband Coalition is working to bring the benefits of broadband to all Americans. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=168 2009-06-03 Symposium highlights groups that remain on the wrong side of the digital divide. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=159 2009-05-29 Possibilities are endless for citizens once they gain access to the Internet. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=155 2009-05-26 Head of the Benton Foundation outlines need for strong policies and utilization of best practices to guide broadband development. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=153 2009-05-20 Communications lawyer discusses stimulus possibilities. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=154 2009-05-20 Broadband Conduit Deployment Act would federally funded road construction projects to include the laying of broadband conduit. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=152 2009-05-19 Research allows communities to make better decisions about potential broadband networks. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=150 2009-05-18 Experts from across the country share their insights and their broadband projects at Free Press Summit on Changing Media. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=151 2009-05-18 Stimulus specifics and the future of the media are hot topics at events in Washington. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=148 2009-05-15 Conference focuses on how broadband and digital media can facilitate democracy and open communication. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=144 2009-05-14 Report shows just how far the U.S. has fallen in world broadband rankings and what we're missing out on. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=143 2009-05-13 Comparison of two towns proves that the right programs and applications are what brings economic benefits, not just having high-speed Internet access. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=142 2009-05-12 Other cities offer useful examples of how to do broadband well. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=141 2009-05-07 Analysis, metrics, leadership training and outreach are key components of a successful broadband project. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=140 2009-05-07 Experts talk open networks, rural access and community-based broadband. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=138 2009-05-07 City leaders underscore broadband's importance in global competitiveness and how to make a big impact with community networks. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=137 2009-05-07 Panel of experts will discuss best practices in broadband. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=136 2009-05-06 Knight Center of Digital Excellence Newsletter http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=129 2009-05-06 Communities that work together are better positioned to implement sustainable broadband networks. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=127 2009-05-06 Broadband Technology Opportunity Program should force communities to answer tough questions about their broadband plans. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=126 2009-05-06 Here's a list of major principles that should guide communities in their development of sustainable, successful broadband networks. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=124 2009-05-06 OneCommunity's fundraising experts answer key questions on applying for broadband stimulus funds. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=125 2009-05-06 Akron, Ohio is poised to become a model for a connected community with free wireless network rolling out this year. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=117 2009-04-29 View videos, presentations, blogs and chats from the conference. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=116 2009-04-28 City utilizes solid strategic plan and provides fiber to the home as a "fourth utility." http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=115 2009-04-27 A new Smart Grid project is set to connect all homes and businesses in Miami-Dade County by 2011. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=111 2009-04-24 Utility company is installing broadband while laying power lines, enabling advanced energy management for citizens. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=110 2009-04-22 Broadband strategy expert explains how broadband would help reduce our power consumption. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=109 2009-04-20 Video blog shows how Vermont companies and residents are embracing technology. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=107 2009-04-17 Federal agency seeks input on definition of broadband and value of open networks. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=106 2009-04-14 Broadband is still undefined, and the FCC is looking for help is determining what exactly qualifies as broadband. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=103 2009-04-07 Cell phones and other mobile devices, in use by nearly 80 percent of adults, could be a key way to get Internet access to more people. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=102 2009-04-07 Knight communities are getting excited about the possibilities that broadband holds. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=100 2009-04-06 Broadband networks are the superhighways of the 21st century. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=94 2009-04-01 Organization offers a range of youth development programs, including an Internet broadcasting project that trains students while distributing information to the community. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=93 2009-04-01 Following these recommendations will help ensure that broadband projects are sustainable and successful. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=92 2009-04-01 A case study focusing on Milledgeville, Ga., as an example of community trying to leverage existing assets to grow and develop with the help of broadband. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=566 2009-04-01 Social media, networks and mobile devices are going to play a big role in how we connect. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=91 2009-03-31 Leaders share broadband success stories from Lafayette, La., and Amsterdam. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=89 2009-03-31 Experts lend their perspectives on creating networks that facilitate democracy and open exchange. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=88 2009-03-31 The entertainment industry is a good example of how broadband can transform how content is distributed and received. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=86 2009-03-27 The city is planning to roll out broadband by establishing smaller networks in various neighborhoods with community anchor partners. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=85 2009-03-25 More people are using online resources to look and apply for jobs as well as for news and continuing education. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=84 2009-03-24 Internet access for citizens makes public records and online services more accessible. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=83 2009-03-23 Connectivity in the workplace improves job performance. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=82 2009-03-18 Broadband will benefit World Equestrian Games, including security, operations and communications. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=80 2009-03-16 High-speed Internet connectivity and the latest technology tools enable better monitoring, response and quality of care from health care providers. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=75 2009-03-13 Internet-based communications improves care for the uninsured. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=74 2009-03-13 Committees are forming to begin development of a comprehensive broadband plan. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=73 2009-03-12 WinstonNet, a nonprofit community technology initiative, brings stakeholders together to meet community needs and make a greater impact. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=72 2009-03-11 Knight Center of Digital Excellence CTO participates in NTIA meeting on ARRA funding process. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=69 2009-03-10 Crowds line up to hear details on ARRA broadband funding from federal officials. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=64 2009-03-10 Federal money could be used for cooperative program to develop broadband technologies and services for public safety. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=63 2009-03-06 The potential for employment increases makes broadband development in urban areas just as important as in rural parts of the country. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=62 2009-03-06 New bill would provide tax credits for investment in broadband infrastructure. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=61 2009-03-05 Knight Center of Digital Excellence Newsletter http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=58 2009-03-04 Broadband stimulus money is available for the taking by communities that can put together a good proposal. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=55 2009-03-04 One initiative to jump-start worker training is Microsoft Elevate America, a program to train 2 million Americans in Windows-based skills for the office. Florida Gov. Charlie Crist said the Elevate Miami program in his state shows that public-private partnerships can work. “We have worked with Microsoft for years in Miami to bring technology training to underserved populations,” he said. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=52 2009-03-04 Seoul residents have remarkable bandwidth coming to their homes and are able to perform a variety of activities online. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=53 2009-03-04 Why is anyone in the U.S. still using 1990s technology at all? http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=49 2009-03-03 The three legs of the president's economic plan – energy, health care and education – all will be inexorably tied to broadband. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=40 2009-02-24 Online resources related to the stimulus package. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=37 2009-02-22 Here are some valuable tools for monitoring the stimulus funding process. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=36 2009-02-20 Stimulus package includes more than $4 billion to make our electric grid more efficient. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=35 2009-02-19 The Knight Center of Digital Excellence offers many resources for communities looking to apply for broadband stimulus funds. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=34 2009-02-17 The sky may not be falling, but the Stimulus Package is the hot topic from Fast Money to The View to USA Today. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=569 2009-02-17 Tax incentives to incumbent providers, while effective in some circumstances, would simply encourage more of the same and keep us standing in place with little or no growth. That won’t do, given that the United States is already behind other developed nations in the volume, speed and locations where information can be sent and received over the Internet. We need to get moving. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=31 2009-02-10 Knight Center of Digital Excellence Newsletter http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=30 2009-02-09 Here's a look at what you can do with different levels of broadband speed. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=28 2009-02-05 Broadband should be considered a utility of the future and how Knight Center of Digital Excellence is making that happen. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=25 2009-02-02 The Knight Center of Digital Excellence is a nonprofit community organization created to assist communities in sifting through the many complicated issues surrounding broadband implementation. Our mission is to help you figure out what you need to create a connected community. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=19 2009-01-27 Coverage of the U.S. Conference of Mayors in Washington, D.C. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=23 2009-01-27 An example of how Akron, Ohio is achieving cost efficiencies in the city's utilization of funds. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=22 2009-01-27 Examining the broadband competitiveness of the United States http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=21 2009-01-27