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also look for new ways to ease the transition from analog to digital technology in the next few years, the report said. The FCC defines broadband as any “advanced telecommunications capability,” meaning the definition includes wireline and wireless as well as licensed and unlicensed services. The broader definition will give the FCC the flexibility to include next- generation technologies under the broadband umbrella, it said. FCC regulations need to strike a balance between providing companies with incentives to create new technologies while not granting them protections that stifle entry into the market to new companies. Providing “reasonably comparable” communications services everywhere in the U.S. by promoting competition is another FCC goal. Efficient management of the Universal Service Fund by making sure funds are used appropriately is also key towards promoting more equal service, the report said. The FCC also vowed to eliminate interference on public safety radio transmissions and provide enough spectrum space for public safety usage. FCC policies also need to protect public safety and homeland security communications during an emergency, it said. Comments are due Aug. 5.