Could Google Fiber Save Network Neutrality?

nmpost writes "Could Google Fiber, set to launch next week, be the savior of network neutrality? Some speculate that the program is Google's answer to attacks on network neutrality by the big internet providers like Comcast, Verizon, and AT&T. These companies complain about the price of upgrading and maintaining their network, and want to charge websites like Google extra money to allow customers fast access to its sites. This practice would violate the long held spirit of the internet, where all data traffic is treated equally. Google may be out to prove that fast networks can be built and maintained at reasonable prices."

Comments

Dibs

[pubwvj]

Dibs on first run to my house!

Re:The real test

[Qzukk]

Bing will be replaced by Google and Microsoft websites will load half as quickly.

If you call and complain they'll disavow any knowledge of problems on the network and it must be Microsoft's fault.

Did they say Gigabit speeds?

[theshowmecanuck]

I guess it's true that a lot of fibre will open up your "pipes".

Re:ISPs have become oligopolies

[dgatwood]

Think positively. At least the GP didn't say "rain them in". When it comes to online forum grammar, I'd call that a small victory.