Transfer data packets from long-haul fiber-optic networks to the electrical power grid and shoot the data (alongside electricity) straight into people's homes.

FORBES: Technology

Another story that could have far-reaching and possibly very adverse implications for Indo-American relations went nearly unremarked, however - apart from attention from CNN's Lou Dobbs and his intrepid investigative staff: The impending transfer, at fire-sale prices, of a strategically vital, American-owned global fiber-optic network to an Indian concern with close ties to its government and military.

CENTERFORSECURITYPOLICY: Strategic fire-sale

Gaffney, Jr. opposed the proposed transfer of a "vital national asset" - the last American-built and -owned global fiber-optic network.

CENTERFORSECURITYPOLICY: Vote No to Firesale of Fiber-Optic Network