Google changes stance on net neutrality four years after Verizon deal

Posted by BernardSwiss on Sep 11, 2014 7:06 AM EDT
Ars Technica; By Jon Brodkin
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Four years ago, Google teamed up with Verizon to argue that most network neutrality rules should not apply to cellular networks. The companies got much of what they wanted, with the Federal Communications Commission passing rules that let wireless operators discriminate against third-party applications as long as they disclose their traffic management practices. Wireless companies were also allowed to block applications that don't compete against their telephony services.

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