The FCC today may propose to open up spectrum between television channels 2 and 51 for unlicensed users: The television broadcasters are likely to put up a fight on this one so it's not clear if a ruling will be made opening up the spectrum. An FCC chief suggests that TV broadcasters could use the spectrum to send TV signals to laptops where consumers can have an interactive experience. It's more likely that the spectrum would be primarily used for wireless Internet access.
Despite the protestations of the TV broadcasters, it would be nice if this spectrum were opened up. More available spectrum will only help fortify the broadband wireless space which is just beginning to attract significant interest.