This Pa. Town Is An Unlikely Front In The U.S.-China Trade War

The video discusses the impact of the Trump administration's crackdown on Huawei on a Pennsylvania town's broadband services. Local businesses, including HTC Broadband, face uncertainty as they rely on Huawei's competitively priced equipment. The FCC's proposal to bar companies doing business with Huawei from federal funding could lead to significant costs and service disruptions. Local business owners express skepticism about the security risks cited by the government, emphasizing the importance of broadband for community and business operations.

What was the main reason HTC broadband chose Huawei equipment for South Canaan?

• Government recommendation

• Local availability

• Competitive pricing and reliable service

• High-speed performance

What action has the FCC proposed regarding companies that do business with Huawei?

• Providing additional funding

• Barring them from accessing the Universal Service Fund

• Offering tax incentives

• Mandating technology upgrades

What is one potential consequence for companies if they are forced to cut ties with Huawei?

• Access to new markets

• Increased customer satisfaction

• Reduced operational costs

• Loss of tech support and equipment upgrades

How does the situation in the U.S. regarding broadband compare to other countries?

• The U.S. is ahead in broadband technology

• The U.S. has more affordable broadband

• Other countries have less reliable broadband

• Other countries treat broadband more like a utility

What percentage of the Rural Wireless Association's membership relies on Huawei technology?

• 75%

• 50%

• 25%

• 10%