Google and Verizon Near Deal on Web Pay Tiers

[Gerald]

WASHINGTON — Google and Verizon, two leading players in Internet service and content, are nearing an agreement that could allow Verizon to speed some online content to Internet users more quickly if the content’s creators are willing to pay for the privilege.

http://www.nytimes.com/2010/08/05/technology/05secret.html?ref=technology

[Ducimus]

I saw this yesterday, but didn't bother to post it. Nobody here seems to care about net neutrality. I suspect one day, people will wake up one morning and wonder why they can't connect to their favorite websites, and are instead being spoonfed content from the online version of wallmart.

[Gerald]

I saw this yesterday, but didn't bother to post it. Nobody here seems to care about net neutrality. I suspect one day, people will wake up one morning and wonder why they can't connect to their favorite websites, and are instead being spoonfed content from the online version of wallmart. :up:

[Gerald]

SAN FRANCISCO — Google and Verizon on Monday introduced a proposal for how Internet service should be regulated — and were immediately criticized by groups that favor keeping the network as open as possible.According to the proposal, Internet service providers would not be able to block producers of online content or offer them a paid “fast lane.” It says the Federal Communications Commission should have the authority to stop or fine any
rule-breakers.


http://www.nytimes.com/2010/08/10/technology/10net.html?src=me&ref=technology




Note:Published: August 9, 2010