Help!

I am trying to study for a test in geography. I have two questions on the review that I CANNOT figure out. I don't suppose anyone knows anything about geography.....Here are the questions. If you can, help would be mucho appreciato!
1. What is the name of the military organization formed to counterbalance to Soviet Union and its Eastern European allies?
2. The tellecommunications industry has thrived in which region of Europe?

Thanks a ton!