26 Oct 2023
9m

What happened to the internet without net neutrality?

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The Indicator from Planet Money

This podcast episode provides a historical overview of net neutrality, from its origins in the early 1990s to its repeal in 2017. It discusses the key points regarding the open internet, the debate around ISP interference, the establishment of the Open Internet Order, and its subsequent repeal. It also examines the ways in which ISPs have exploited the lack of net neutrality oversight, including practices such as zero-rating and throttling. The episode highlights concerns about the lack of FCC oversight and the need to restore net neutrality to ensure a fair and open internet.

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