"A Great Day for the Internet"
It was a great day for the Internet, today [August 1st, 2008]. Just hours ago, the [United States] FCC ruled that Comcast violated federal policy by interfering with certain Internet traffic. In doing so, it took an important step toward assuring that the Internet remains open and free. In Chairman Martin's words, consumers are entitled to unfettered access to the Internet. [...] it means that the FCC is prepared to act against tactics that threaten innovation and the level playing field of competition.
... Today's FCC Order does two important things. First, it makes clear that, while reasonable network management of Internet traffic is permissible, there is a line that cannot be crossed. Comcast crossed that line, and has been sanctioned accordingly. Secondly, the FCC endorsed the idea that the rule of law must be accompanied by transparency into what ISPs are actually doing to our Internet traffic.
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