Access & connectivity

The Internet does not stop at the border. We want to feel comfortable going online and communicating from another Member State. We need a free and open Internet; and we should  maximise our wireless capacity across the EU. We should benefit from the best content, deals and services, wherever we are in the EU; and businesses should be able to market and share their bright ideas across the EU.

Topics related to this chapter:

• Broadband Europe - tomorrow's digital services, from streaming TV to cloud computing to e-Health, rely on fast, effective broadband connections.
• Telecoms - we want a sound framework for telecommunications, promoting investment in broadband networks, supporting wireless technologies, without high roaming charges, boosting competition and consumer rights.
• Wireless Europe - radio spectrum policy helps to make the most of our airwaves.
• Roaming - EU rules keep down the cost of using your mobile phone and smart device when roaming.
• Open internet means Internet users can access the content, applications and services of their choice; it promotes competition among network, services and content providers.
• Global internet and telecommunications - together with other global players, the Commission works to shape the developments of the internet and the telecommunications world.