Network engineers question need for net neutrality rules
New net neutrality regulations, as proposed by the FCC, don't make sense because some Internet traffic is already prioritized and needs to continue to be, two networking engineers said Thursday.
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It is hard to find good arguments against net neutrality, though as the FCC's comment period moves forward we'll probably start seeing some. It is also too easy to characterize opponents as big companies desperately clinging to obsolete technologies.
Five Big Hopes for Net Neutrality
With the Federal Communications Commission approving a process to formalize network neutrality rules, a period of official debate begins on how our Internet traffic is managed, as if there wasn't enough debate already. In a nutshell, the FCC wants to stop Internet service providers from slowing down or blocking particular uses, such as peer-to-peer downloading, as long as they're legal.
Net neutrality could lead to inexpensive, high-quality broadband services for businesses
Net neutrality could lead to inexpensive, high-quality broadband services for businesses.
FAQ: What's the FCC vote on net neutrality all about?
The FCC has approved a notice of proposed rule making on the subject of net neutrality, and here are a few questions and answers to help shine a light on what that means.
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