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The implications of such a decision would be profound. Web and mobile companies will live or die not on the merits of their technology and design, but on the deals they can strike with AT&T, Verizon, Comcast, and others. This means large phone and cable companies will be able to shakedown startups and established companies in every sector, requiring payment for reliable service. In fact, during the oral argument in the current case, Verizons lawyer said, Im authorized to state from my client today that but for these [FCC] rules we would be exploring those types of arrangements. Wait, it gets even worse. Pricing isnt even a necessary forcing factor. Once the court voids the nondiscrimination rule, AT&T, Verizon, and Comcast will be able to deliver some sites and services more quickly and reliably than others for any reason. Whim. Envy. Ignorance. Competition. Vengeance. Whatever. Or, no reason at all.
Posted on: Wed, 06 Nov 2013 05:21:04 +0000

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