Filed under: Internet, News, GoogleAlthough Google and Verizon's proposal for net neutrality legislation definitely suggested giving the FCC additional power over broadband communications, the FCC commissioner isn't exactly thrilled with it. The Google-Verizon plan had "many problems," said Commissioner Michael J. Copps, in a very short response (available as a PDF).
Here's his whole statement:
"Some will claim this announcement moves the discussion forward. That's one of its many problems. It is time to move a decision forward-a decision to reassert FCC authority over broadband telecommunications, to guarantee an open Internet now and forever, and to put the interests of consumers in front of the interests of giant corporations."
Basically, the FCC wants more authority, but Copps is annoyed that the potential framework for that authority is coming from two large corporations. Also, the Google plan doesn't guarantee FCC control over new broadband technologies, especially wireless ones, that might emerge in the future. Copps' statement makes clear -- now and forever! -- that the FCC wants to control the Internet as it grows.
What do you think? Does Google and Verizon's proposal give the FCC enough power, or too much?FCC Commissioner doesn't love Google-Verizon net neutrality proposal originally appeared on Download Squad on Tue, 10 Aug 2010 13:34:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments
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