In Marxist Canada, sure, but I've yet to hear of any cases of it in the USA. I mentioned already that it's getting easier to switch providers, and if they do anticompetitive crap then the FTC will go Microsoft on them.
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Originally posted by Hauldren Collider View PostIn Marxist Canada, sure, but I've yet to hear of any cases of it in the USA.
Canada DOES NOT HAVE NETWORK NEUTRALITY, something YOU have hinted is not part of a right-wing government. We've GOT this because we've not regulated the internet ENOUGH.
The cable/dsl business is not a free market, in the vast majority of cases it's a duopoly. You give them the power, they will rape you in prices."The issue is there are still many people out there that use religion as a crutch for bigotry and hate. Like Ben."
Ben Kenobi: "That means I'm doing something right. "
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HC, wanting a Canadian system in the USA. :unpatriotic:“As a lifelong member of the Columbia Business School community, I adhere to the principles of truth, integrity, and respect. I will not lie, cheat, steal, or tolerate those who do.”
"Capitalism ho!"
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Originally posted by Hauldren Collider View PostI wasn't trying to imply that you did have net neutrality.
"Marxist" Canada is getting screwed royally on the internet because we do not have network neutrality.
You are arguing the US should be more like "Marxist" Canada by going down the same road."The issue is there are still many people out there that use religion as a crutch for bigotry and hate. Like Ben."
Ben Kenobi: "That means I'm doing something right. "
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By the way, federal regulations that make sense at the time often stop making sense only a short while later.
Have you noticed that when you get on flights in the US they have to show you how to use a seat belt? You know, in case you're too stupid to figure it out?*
With fast-developing technology I can think of hundreds of ways stupid legislators and stupid regulators could implement dumb rules that affect us and hinder us for decades. I don't want the government ****ing with this ****.
*I can't honestly think of a time when this EVER would have made sense, so that just solidifies my point that stupid rules have a tendency to stay in place for absurd periods of time.If there is no sound in space, how come you can hear the lasers?
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Originally posted by Hauldren Collider View PostIn Marxist Canada, sure, but I've yet to hear of any cases of it in the USA. I mentioned already that it's getting easier to switch providers, and if they do anticompetitive crap then the FTC will go Microsoft on them.
Why do you oppose making the internet free (in terms of expression, content)?
Aren't Americans all over that ****?"The issue is there are still many people out there that use religion as a crutch for bigotry and hate. Like Ben."
Ben Kenobi: "That means I'm doing something right. "
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Originally posted by Hauldren Collider View PostBy the way, federal regulations that make sense at the time often stop making sense only a short while later.
Have you noticed that when you get on flights in the US they have to show you how to use a seat belt? You know, in case you're too stupid to figure it out?
Perhaps the other children at your kids table will be more entertained. Be gone!"The issue is there are still many people out there that use religion as a crutch for bigotry and hate. Like Ben."
Ben Kenobi: "That means I'm doing something right. "
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And HC, you have avoided my question.
Your DSL and cable co both decide to screw you by blocking Hulu or Netflix. Who do you switch to? Give me a provider name."The issue is there are still many people out there that use religion as a crutch for bigotry and hate. Like Ben."
Ben Kenobi: "That means I'm doing something right. "
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Originally posted by Hauldren Collider View PostDo you really fail to see the relevance of the GOVERNMENT SUCKS AT EVERYTHING observation?"The issue is there are still many people out there that use religion as a crutch for bigotry and hate. Like Ben."
Ben Kenobi: "That means I'm doing something right. "
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Originally posted by Hauldren Collider View PostDo you really fail to see the relevance of the GOVERNMENT SUCKS AT EVERYTHING observation?“As a lifelong member of the Columbia Business School community, I adhere to the principles of truth, integrity, and respect. I will not lie, cheat, steal, or tolerate those who do.”
"Capitalism ho!"
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Let's consider your aviation example.
Do you think the US airline industry would be safer without the FAA? You picked a wonderful example. The FAA is pretty much a shining star in government success stories."The issue is there are still many people out there that use religion as a crutch for bigotry and hate. Like Ben."
Ben Kenobi: "That means I'm doing something right. "
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I've been covering the FCC since the mid-90s.
For those scoring at home, Asher is speaking truth re net neutrality (though I suspect most Poly denizens at least have a basic understanding of its importance).
HC is spouting market economy claptrap that has nothing to do with the topic.Apolyton's Grim Reaper 2008, 2010 & 2011
RIP lest we forget... SG (2) and LaFayette -- Civ2 Succession Games Brothers-in-Arms
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The real question of course is:
How will this affect my ability to download animal porn?Libraries are state sanctioned, so they're technically engaged in privateering. - Felch
I thought we're trying to have a serious discussion? It says serious in the thread title!- Al. B. Sure
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