Net neutrality
E.U. Launches Net Neutrality Inquiry
Following in the footsteps of the U.S., U.K. and Canada, the European Union has launched a new consultation in net neutrality.
FCC Can't Enforce Net Neutrality, Appeals Court Rules
A ruling strikes down the FCC's attempt to force "net neutrality" on Comcast and other Internet service providers and means ISPs could slow access to certain types of content.
McCain Wants to Block Net Neutrality
Sen. John McCain has introduced the Internet Freedom Act, a legislation that would bar the Federal Communications Commission from establishing net neutrality rules.
FCC to Begin Crafting Net Neutrality Rules
The Federal Communications Commission today voted to begin writing network-neutrality regulations.
Federal Lawmakers to Meet on Oct. 22 to Discuss Net Neutrality
U.S. lawmakers will formally propose a new set of net neutrality regulations during the third week in October at a meeting.
Wireless Companies Respond to ‘Net Neutrality’ Proposal
Following yesterday’s proposal by the chair of the Federal Communications Commission to impose new rules for mobile-web-access providers and broadband providers, some wireless companies — particularly AT&T — expressed discontent.
With ‘Net Neutrality,' Chair Says FCC Must Be a ‘Smart Cop’
The fight for “Net Neutrality” took a big step forward Monday with the chair of the Federal Communications Commission proposing new rules for managing traffic.
FCC to Propose 'Net Neutrality' Rules on Monday
The Federal Communications Commission’s chairman will propose “rulemaking” for "net neutrality" in an attempt to force Internet service providers to treat the flow of web content equally.
Metered Internet Usage and Net Neutrality
Internet Service Providers may want to charge more money for more Internet use, but it's doubtful that the public will go for it.
FCC Says It Will Impose ‘Net Neutrality’ If Needed
In 2005, the Federal Communications Commission established an Internet policy based on a handful of central principles. On Monday, FCC Chairman Kevin Martin said the commission will step in to force network operators to adhere to those principles if it determines a need to do so.
Justice Dept. Opposes Net Neutrality, Suggests Fee Scale
The Justice Department has informed the Federal Communications Commission that it opposes net neutrality, suggesting instead an option for telecom carriers to charge users for loading content at faster speeds.
FTC Urges Caution in Enacting Net Neutrality Laws
In a report released late Wednesday night, the Federal Trade Commission has argued that lawmakers should be extra cautious in enacting legislation to preserve net neutrality. Chairwoman Deborah Platt Majoras supposes that such regulations would stifle innovation and technology.
Lawmakers Hammer FCC on Net Neutrality
Democratic lawmakers criticized the Federal Communications Commission in hearings Wednesday, saying the agency has not taken a strong stand on the issue of network neutrality.
Legislators Introduce Bill in Favor of Net Neutrality
After midterm election results saw the Democrats take control of Congress, there is new movement on the issue of net neutrality, with lawmakers introducing bipartisan legislation that would prevent high-speed Internet service providers from charging content companies for priority access.
FTC to Hold Public Workshop on Net Neutrality
The Federal Trade Commission will hold a public workshop Feb. 13-14, to discuss the issue of net neutrality. The FTC’s new committee, the Internet Access Task Force, will organize the workshop.
ICANN’s Cerf Debates Net Neutrality
Two voices entered the fray over Internet neutrality as Google Chief Internet Evangelist and ICANN Chairman Vint Cerf debated Carnegie Mellon computer science and public policy professor Dave Farber over the issue that could shape the future of the Internet.
Senate Panel Rejects Net Neutrality
In a narrow vote, the U.S. Senate Commerce Committee failed to enforce strict net neutrality regulations. The panel, in an 11-11 vote, rejected the Democrat-backed bill. A majority was needed for the bill to pass.
Net Neutrality Fails in the House
The idea of maintaining an even playing field for all Internet services offered to consumers took a nosedive in the U.S. House of Representatives late Thursday.
Senate Committee Revisits Net Neutrality Issue
With six pieces of legislation circulating in Congress attempting to enforce the idea of net neutrality, numerous federal legislators are seeking to gain control of the issue.
Net Neutrality Bill Approved in House
In a move that seeks to prevent Internet service providers from charging customers extra for an exclusive “high-speed lane,” a House Committee approved a measure that would ensure ISPs operate in a indiscriminate manner.