Where the Candidates Stand On Net Neutrality

nmpost writes "Net neutrality is one of the biggest issues with regard to the internet today. At the heart of the issues is how much control ISPs will be allowed to have over their networks. Each candidate has come out with a strong position on the matter, and whoever wins will have a drastic effect on the future of the internet. Barack Obama has been a proponent of net neutrality. Under his watch, the FCC has implemented net neutrality rules. These restrictions did not apply to wireless networks, though; a gaping loophole that will be problematic in the future, as mobile internet is exploding in popularity. Until it is addressed, Obama can only be given a barely passing grade with regard to net neutrality. Republican Presidential candidate Mitt Romney has come down on the other side of the issue. The former Massachusetts governor strongly opposes net neutrality. According to Politico, Romney believes net neutrality will restrict ISPs, and that they alone should govern their networks. The governor has stated that he wants as little regulation of the internet as possible."

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Re:Two can play

[Teun]

These are not different networks, they are al IP.
Of course even under NN rules there is a possibility for an ISP to allot a certain part of their bandwidth for extra services like IPTV or VOIP, it's for a reason called Triple Play.
But they should not be allowed to restrict the use of other, possibly competing, TV or phone services on the part reserved for internet.

NN is about opening up, not about restricting.