The return of net neutrality to the forefront of public discussion follows a U.S. appeals court ruling that stated the FCC lacks the authority to reinstate net neutrality rules. Associate technology editor Ben Guarino provides clarity on net neutrality, emphasizing its importance in ensuring that all Internet traffic is treated equally. The ongoing debate highlights the contrasting interests of Internet service providers, who argue regulation could dampen competition, versus consumers who advocate for an open Internet that reflects its foundational ideals.
Guarino: So in the simplest terms, net neutrality is this idea that all Internet traffic should be treated equally. [...] my Internet service provider, my ISP, is going to treat all of those data packets coming from those websites like they'd be coming from any other website.
Guarino: There has been a huge debate over whether net neutrality should exist in the United States. [...] it should be in favor of consumers and Internet advocates.
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