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December 12, 2017 11:42 pm GMT
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The net neutrality vote, explained
It's finally here.
The Federal Communications Commission will vote Thursday on a measure that would completely gut regulations to internet providers and open the door for net neutrality to be destroyed.
The vote will likely make it easier for companies such as Verizon and Comcast to start divvying up the internet and turn it into something more akin to cable TV: i.e. something more expensive, fragmented, and more focused on making as much money as possible. The vote will likely ensure no regulator can do anything to stop these companies.
Let's walk through what's happening here. Read more...
What is net neutrality?
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