http://www.theguardian.com/technology/2015/mar/05/freedom-campaigners-warn-against-dangers-of-two-speed-internet
Days after the US voted to protect an open internet where all traffic is considered equal, proposals agreed by European telecoms ministers of 28 members states could allow a two–speed internet, where companies such as YouTube or Netflix could legally pay mobile networks or broadband providers for faster, more reliable delivery of their content – potentially to the detriment of other internet users.
Campaigners warn the move could stifle online innovation and undermine the digital economy.
The proposals also water down draft laws on mobile roaming. Instead of letting travellers within Europe make calls, send text messages or browse the web from their phones for the same price they pay at home, ministers want a cap on low-cost usage with operators able to charge more once the cap is exceeded.
Days after the US voted to protect an open internet where all traffic is considered equal, proposals agreed by European telecoms ministers of 28 members states could allow a two–speed internet, where companies such as YouTube or Netflix could legally pay mobile networks or broadband providers for faster, more reliable delivery of their content – potentially to the detriment of other internet users.
Campaigners warn the move could stifle online innovation and undermine the digital economy.
The proposals also water down draft laws on mobile roaming. Instead of letting travellers within Europe make calls, send text messages or browse the web from their phones for the same price they pay at home, ministers want a cap on low-cost usage with operators able to charge more once the cap is exceeded.
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