Microwave signals travel through the air at approximately the same speed as light through a vacuum and will have a latency of approximately 5.4 microseconds for every mile of path length. Light travel in optical fiber has a latency of 8.01 microseconds for every mile of cable, due to the refraction in the fiber.
However, if you are an independent contractor or self-employed you will receive a Form 1099-MISC from each client that pays you at least $600 during the tax year. For example, if you are a freelance writer, consultant or artist, you hire yourself out to individuals or companies on a contract basis.owever, if you are an independent contractor or self-employed you will receive a Form 1099-MISC from each client that pays you at least $600 during the tax year. For example, if you are a freelance writer, consultant or artist, you hire yourself out to individuals or companies on a contract basis.
If you're a broker who employs independent contractor agents, you need to file 1099s for them, as well as any other contractor you paid at least $600 during the year. Remember, however, that a 1099-MISC need be filed only when an independent contractors services are performed in the course of your trade or business.A trade or business is an activity carried on for gain or profit. You don't have to file a 1099-MISC for payments for non-business related services.This includes payments you make to independent contractors for personal or household service-for example, payments to babysitters, gardeners, and housekeepers. Running your home is not a profit-making activity.n addition, some business-related payments do not have to be reported on Form 1099-MISC, although they may be taxable to the recipient. These include: 1  payments to corporations (except for incorporated lawyers). 2  payments for merchandise, telephone, freight, storage, and similar items, and.