1. What is the fundamental issue underlying the net neutrality debate?
Net neutrality is a network design that argues that broadband network providers are completely detached from what information is sent over their networks. It argues that no information should be prioritized over another. In regards to the internet, the users must be able to access all of the same information. For example, if the Verizon network and the University of San Francisco network are on the internet under net neutrality, both networks would pay their fees and the information from both networks would get to the users in the same manner (i.e. the same road blocks). If net neutrality were not upheld, the Verizon network could pay more to be separated from the USF network. Verizon would pay more for faster speed and better quality for its users. The USF would be stuck with the same quality and road blocks as before.
The issue with net neutrality is the idea of separating networks. For a network to be separated would mean more money for the network, in turn, more money for the user. This money would go towards the better quality. The problem with this is only the people paying for the services would be able to utilize them. The internet is made to be an open system and if all of its resources are not available that lacks the purpose of why it is there. Not having net neutrality would only allow for the prioritization of certain content, therefore, making the rest unavailable. The debate lies in whether this should be allowed or not and is it fair for all.
2. List two groups, organizations, or individuals in favor of net neutrality. Fairly describe their arguments in favor of net neutrality.
Ben Scott, Policy Director of the free press, is in favor of net neutrality in efforts to save the internet. He states that it is important to be able to reach out to consumers because many of the consumers will be dealing with the issue in the future. Furthermore, he believes the more attention needs to be focused on the issue so that consumers can be aware. If consumers are not aware, they will end up not gaining the amount of quality, or different services that big networks do not provide.
President Obama is also in support of keeping a free and open internet and keeping the internet free from “corporate control.” Obama expresses concern for the consumer and with a free and open internet; the consumer is able to express their innovation. Obama recognizes the internet is a stepping stone to many opportunities and every person should be afforded those opportunities without having to pay for them.
3. List two groups, organizations, or individuals opposed to net neutrality. Fairly describe their arguments against net neutrality.
Representatives Ed Markey and Anna Eschoo are against net neutrality and mad some proposals to senate about giving corporations the freedom to run their own network. Markey and Eschoo agree with adding to limitations to the open internet in order to benefit the economy. If corporations are able to charge consumers for getting faster and better quality internet, then their financial gain would help the economy. In reality, this will only lead to big corporations gaining more users and smaller ones, losing their consumers because the lack of speed and quality.
4. What is your opinion on the subject?
I am in favor of net neutrality because I believe everyone should have the same access to the amount of information held on the internet. Upholding net neutrality will make sure that all consumers can reach the information of the open internet. They will also be presented with more opportunities. If corporations are allowed to charge for their networks, then those who cannot afford it will not be on the same playing field as those who can. This country was built on the statement “all men are created equal” so everyone should have the same access to what is supposed to be a “free and open” internet.
Net neutrality is a network design that argues that broadband network providers are completely detached from what information is sent over their networks. It argues that no information should be prioritized over another. In regards to the internet, the users must be able to access all of the same information. For example, if the Verizon network and the University of San Francisco network are on the internet under net neutrality, both networks would pay their fees and the information from both networks would get to the users in the same manner (i.e. the same road blocks). If net neutrality were not upheld, the Verizon network could pay more to be separated from the USF network. Verizon would pay more for faster speed and better quality for its users. The USF would be stuck with the same quality and road blocks as before.
The issue with net neutrality is the idea of separating networks. For a network to be separated would mean more money for the network, in turn, more money for the user. This money would go towards the better quality. The problem with this is only the people paying for the services would be able to utilize them. The internet is made to be an open system and if all of its resources are not available that lacks the purpose of why it is there. Not having net neutrality would only allow for the prioritization of certain content, therefore, making the rest unavailable. The debate lies in whether this should be allowed or not and is it fair for all.
2. List two groups, organizations, or individuals in favor of net neutrality. Fairly describe their arguments in favor of net neutrality.
Ben Scott, Policy Director of the free press, is in favor of net neutrality in efforts to save the internet. He states that it is important to be able to reach out to consumers because many of the consumers will be dealing with the issue in the future. Furthermore, he believes the more attention needs to be focused on the issue so that consumers can be aware. If consumers are not aware, they will end up not gaining the amount of quality, or different services that big networks do not provide.
President Obama is also in support of keeping a free and open internet and keeping the internet free from “corporate control.” Obama expresses concern for the consumer and with a free and open internet; the consumer is able to express their innovation. Obama recognizes the internet is a stepping stone to many opportunities and every person should be afforded those opportunities without having to pay for them.
3. List two groups, organizations, or individuals opposed to net neutrality. Fairly describe their arguments against net neutrality.
Representatives Ed Markey and Anna Eschoo are against net neutrality and mad some proposals to senate about giving corporations the freedom to run their own network. Markey and Eschoo agree with adding to limitations to the open internet in order to benefit the economy. If corporations are able to charge consumers for getting faster and better quality internet, then their financial gain would help the economy. In reality, this will only lead to big corporations gaining more users and smaller ones, losing their consumers because the lack of speed and quality.
4. What is your opinion on the subject?
I am in favor of net neutrality because I believe everyone should have the same access to the amount of information held on the internet. Upholding net neutrality will make sure that all consumers can reach the information of the open internet. They will also be presented with more opportunities. If corporations are allowed to charge for their networks, then those who cannot afford it will not be on the same playing field as those who can. This country was built on the statement “all men are created equal” so everyone should have the same access to what is supposed to be a “free and open” internet.
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