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This situation is nothing like that at all.
It's about delivering a uniform product to all who use it. ISPs like Verizon want to provide better carrier speed to select customers who pay more than the rest of us.
The president is lobbying for the FCC to declare the ISPs as "Common Carriers" and insure there is no discrimination when delivering broadband to subscribers.
What, exactly is there not to like?
Of course, there will always be that element that projects paranoia and fear of any regulation, but that's par for the course.
This is a complex issue. I agree that the FCC should have "light touch" on internet regulation but I think we need to protect net neutrality. The question is do you think Comcast or Time Warner will have the consumer's best interests at heart? I seriously doubt it.
This situation is nothing like that at all.
It's about delivering a uniform product to all who use it. ISPs like Verizon want to provide better carrier speed to select customers who pay more than the rest of us.
The president is lobbying for the FCC to declare the ISPs as "Common Carriers" and insure there is no discrimination when delivering broadband to subscribers.
What, exactly is there not to like?
Of course, there will always be that element that projects paranoia and fear of any regulation, but that's par for the course.
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Originally Posted by TreeBeard
This is a complex issue. I agree that the FCC should have "light touch" on internet regulation but I think we need to protect net neutrality. The question is do you think Comcast or Time Warner will have the consumer's best interests at heart? I seriously doubt it.
I am happy to see the good fight still being fought. I have pretty much given up...
This situation is nothing like that at all.
It's about delivering a uniform product to all who use it. ISPs like Verizon want to provide better carrier speed to select customers who pay more than the rest of us.
The president is lobbying for the FCC to declare the ISPs as "Common Carriers" and insure there is no discrimination when delivering broadband to subscribers.
What, exactly is there not to like?
Of course, there will always be that element that projects paranoia and fear of any regulation, but that's par for the course.
I don't understand what is wrong with an ISP providing better speed to those willing to pay for it?
Do I not get a better meal by being willing to pay more for it? Are we to charge the same for a tuna sandwich as a steak dinner?
Is there any fee for product or service that does not already work this way? Oh yeah, health insurance. Good job boys.
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