Save the Internet!!
Thats the title of a site by a coalition of dozens of groups that have banded together to promote Network Neutrality. The list of supporters is impressive.
It is aimed primarily at influencing US legislation.
It is relevant to Canadians though for several reasons. The issue affects our Internet use as well. Our own government should get the same message. And of course, given the international, borderless nature of the Internet, net neutrality is not just a one country issue.
It is noteworthy that the home page of the site gives 2 examples of problems that arise where net neutrality is not observed – both of them Canadian. Telus for blocking a Web site by employees (and if I recall correctly, others as unintended collateral damage), and Shaw cable for charging an extra $10 per month to give better service to those who use independent VoIP providers, and not Shaw’s own service.
The site is a good read for anyone that wants to better understand the issues.
