Re: ARLA/CLUSTER: FCC considera proposta para bloquear a modificação por software das características dos routers, PCs, telemoveis, SDRs, etc.

[Luís Garcia Filipe]

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2015-08-31 11:10 GMT+01:00 João Costa > CT1FBF <ct1fbf  gmail.com>:

> FCC considering proposal to lock down computing devices (routers, PCs,
> phones, SDRs) to prevent modification
>
> The website LibrePlanet.org reports:
>
> Right now, the FCC is considering a proposal to require manufacturers to
> lock down computing devices (routers, PCs, phones) to prevent modification
> if they have a "modular wireless radio"[1][2] or a device with an
> "electronic label"[3]. The rules would likely:
>
> Restrict installation of alternative operating systems on your PC, like
> GNU/Linux, OpenBSD, FreeBSD, etc.
>
> Prevent research into advanced wireless technologies, like mesh networking
> and bufferbloat fixes
>
> Ban installation of custom firmware on your Android phone
>
> Discourage the development of alternative free and open source WiFi
> firmware, like OpenWrt
>
> Infringe upon the ability of amateur radio operators to create high
> powered mesh networks to assist emergency personnel in a disaster.
>
> Prevent resellers from installing firmware on routers, such as for retail
> WiFi hotspots or VPNs, without agreeing to any condition a manufacturer so
> chooses.
>
> Take Action Now!
>
> The FCC is asking for comments on this proposal. The most important thing
> you can do is comment on the FCC's proposal and tell them you want to be
> able to control your computing devices. Will you do this?
>
> Comment deadline extended to October 9.
>
> Read the full article here:-
> https://libreplanet.org/
>
> See also
> https://www.fcc.gov/encyclopedia/rules-regulations-title-47
>
>
> https://www.federalregister.gov/articles/2015/08/06/2015-18402/equipment-authorization-and-electronic-labeling-for-wireless-devices
>
> Our thanks to *Stephen, G7VFY* for spotting this item
>
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