Obama backs net neutrality, says the internet should be classed as a utility
Nov10
Internet access should be a utility. At least, that’s what many web denizens of America have wanted it to be for a long time, and now President Obama has thrown his weight behind them in support. In a statement today, the President asks the FCC to reclassify broadband under Title II of the Telecommunications Act. In simple terms, this would officially define broadband as a vital part of every day life and give the FCC additional power in preventing bandwith prioritization for the highest bidder. The statement comes as part of a larger effort by the White House to preserve net…
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