Network sovereignty Network sovereignty refers to a Tribal Nation's exercise of authority over digital infrastructure. Tribes exercise selfdetermination over infrastructure development by investing in, constructing and operating digital networks and by developing governance systems applicable to those networks. Some Tribes may partner with other service providers and network operators to advance infrastructure development in ways that respect Tribal authority over decisionmaking and ownership. Digital sovereignty Connectivity starts with broadband infrastructure. It may consist of wireline or wireless technology, or a combination of both. Wireline connectivity refers to a physical connection to an internet hub, such as through fiber-optic cables. Wireless connectivity, by comparison, utilizes a series of radios that transmit information to one another. Some broadband solutions may utilize a combination of both, or may use satellite technology to provide internet access. Broadband networks Digital infrastructure Digital infrastructure fuels modern Tribal sovereignty Spectrum sovereignty Spectrum sovereignty refers to the right of Tribal Nations to control and manage the airwaves over their lands, just as they govern other natural resources. By obtaining spectrum licenses, Tribal Nations can steer the development of wireless connectivity within their communities. Access to wireless spectrum facilitates infrastructure development that reflects community priorities, supports cultural preservation and advances self-determined economic development. Refers to the range of electromagnetic radio frequencies used to transmit data wirelessly. Wireless internet service requires access to wireless spectrum, which is regulated by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The FCC designates wireless spectrum frequencies for auction and licenses are awarded to the highest bidder. But in 2020, the FCC adopted a new policy awarding Tribal Nations priority to unlicensed spectrum in the 2.5 GHz band. Wireless spectrum 8 Understanding Tribal Digital Sovereignty
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