Supreme Court Takes Broadband Regulation Case

Grotius writes "Reuters reported that the Supreme Court will hear a broadband regulation case that may determine whether FCC regulations apply to cable companies providing broadband services. This case is significant because the Court could determine that cable-based broadband is a 'telecommunications service' subject to FCC rules such as those requiring cable-companies to allow access to independent internet providers. The 9th Circuit has already held that FCC regulations apply to cable-companies providing broadband."

Comments

Re:Toaster-based broadband

[Anonymous Coward]

Only if you use your toaster to disable those annoying "75,000 Hours Free!" CDs that AOL sends you. Personally, I prefer to use a microwave oven...

Probably Both

[vandon]

Competition is good, but the FCC has shown that once it starts adding regulations, they don't know when to stop.
Then again, maybe they can get an 'Internet driver's license' regulation passed.
Q1: Do you want to buy a cheap Rolex?
A: Yes
Score: You failed. Please return your computer and cancel your AOL subscription.

Re:Toaster-based broadband

[ScrewMaster]

It's mostly a matter of style and case design. For example, if your toaster has a broad band on it you may come under FCC regulations. If you paint the toaster a solid color you shouldn't have any problems with compliance.