[ NNSquad ] Re: Definitions: "Network Neutrality" (and "National Security")

[Edward Almasy <ealmasy@scout.wisc.edu>]

On Nov 11, 2007, at 12:09 PM, Lauren Weinstein wrote:
> I believe that it would be worthwhile for consumers to have tools
> that could be used to help figure out what sort of Internet they're
> really getting for their money, in terms of performance, actual
> capabilities, restrictions, and the like.

   Those concerned with defining (or not defining)
   network neutrality might want to consider first
   concentrating on the above.  It's clear from
   discussion here and in related venues that even
   well-informed and technophilic 'net denizens may
   lack an accurate picture of the Internet service
   they're receiving, and it's hard to effectively
   define the problems or seek solutions without
   clear and reliable context.

   (Comcast may be the most egregious offender, but
   they're not the only ones.  Are you *sure* you're
   getting a 100% unimpeded pipe?  I'm not.)

   Ed