Telecommunications Policy
/ˌtɛlɪkəˈmjunɪˌkeɪʃənz ˈpɑːləsi/
Definitions
- (n.) A body of laws, regulations, and policies governing the transmission of information by electronic means, including telephone, radio, television, and the internet.
The government enacted a new telecommunications policy to foster competition in the broadband market.
- (n.) A regulatory framework designed to ensure efficient allocation of resources and fair access among telecommunications service providers.
Telecommunications policy aims to balance innovation with consumer protection in digital communications.
Forms
- telecommunications policy
- telecommunications policies
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Commentary
Telecommunications policy is frequently intertwined with broader communications and technology law; drafters should specify the scope (e.g., data transmission, spectrum use) to avoid ambiguity.
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