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Top US Lobbyist Wants Broadband Data Caps

Posted by samzenpus on from the clogging-the-pipes dept.

sl4shd0rk writes "Michael Powell, A former United States FCC chairman, is pushing for 'usage-based internet access' which he says is good for consumers who are 'accustomed to paying for what they use'. Apparently Time Warner and Comcast (maybe others) are already developing plans to set monthly rates based on bandwidth usage. The reasoning on the NCTA website lays out the argument behind Powell's plan."

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  1. Re:One video camera will blow through 5GB/month by Flammon · · Score: 3, Funny

    Oh boy, you didn't just post a link to a picture heavy site on /. A few more karma points and you'll be looking at alot more than 5GB this month.

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  2. Re:Help us Google Fiber! You're our only hope. by deathcloset · · Score: 5, Funny

    Shut up and take my data!