FAQ: So What's Up With These "White Spaces," Anyway?

All Things D:

On Thursday, the Federal Communications Commission approved the first device that can operate in the so-called “white space” frequencies in between television channels.

What is “white space,” you ask?

White space refers to the range of spectrum available in between the signals used by television stations. By allowing companies to build wireless devices in this area, the Federal Communications Commission is paving the way for new kinds of wireless devices.

I’m ready for my Ansible.