What is network neutrality?
Net neutrality is the idea that ISPs like Verizon, AT&T, Comcast, and Chapter Spectrum must allow
customers equal access to content and applications, regardless of the source or nature of the content.
Why has the Internet operated under net neutrality up to this point in time?
The Internet operated under net neutrality up to this point in time because it is to make sure that the ISPs
may not discriminate against any content, or type of files, by refusing to transmit these files, charging
more for these files and content, or providing special high speed access for some users.
Who’s in favor of net neutrality? Who’s opposed? Why?
The Federal Communications Commission is in favor of net neutrality.
Internet Service Providers such as Verizon and telecommunication companies are opposed
The FCC wants the ISPs to be transparent about how they handled network congestion, prohibited them
from blocking traffic such as BitTorrent or Skype protocols in wired networks, and outlawed
“unreasonable” discrimination on such networks.
What would impact individual users, businesses, and the government if Internet providers
switched to a tiered service model?
If Internet providers switched to a tiered service model, individual users, businesses and the government
would pay for Internet plans based on the usage that they consume. For businesses and governments, they
would pay a lot more compared highway pricing since they would need higher levels of bandwidth.