Yesterday, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) ruled 3-2 in favor of new net neutrality rules. This important decision ensures that all information and web pages will enjoy the same access speeds provided by carriers, with no preferential treatment being granted based on content or higher payment. With net neutrality, the government is essentially treating internet providers like public utility companies, subject to government regulation. Watch the videos below (use your earbuds) and read the articles to get a better understanding of net neutrality.
Here's Senator Ted Cruz's argument against net neutrality and government regulation.
FCC Passes Net Neutrality: What This Means for Americans
FCC Votes "Yes" on Strongest Net-Neutrality Rules
5 Arguments Against Net Neutrality
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Discussion Questions
1. Do you agree with the FCC's decision? Why or why not?
2. Do you believe that internet providers should be regulated like public utilities?
3. Will the FCC's ruling stifle free enterprise and innovation, or better protect small start-ups online?
4. Should websites like Netflix or YouTube that take up more bandwidth have to pay more to ISPs or help with infrastructure costs?
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