FCC Staff Recommends Open Internet Rule
Reuters, October 22, 2009
By John Poirier
Staff at the FCC recommended establishing an open Internet rule aimed at restricting network operators from favoring some content over others along landlines and wireless platforms. Even after a flurry of lobbying by opponents like AT&T and Verizon, the commission is expected to approve the issuance of the proposed rule and accept public comments until Jan. 14.
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