[Info-vax] US Broadband

[David Froble]

Jan-Erik Soderholm wrote:

> Yes, having private business running the broadband networks has the
> drawback that every single connection is measured for profitability. With
> a certain degree of regulation, you can force them to offer reasonable
> services to more for a slightly higher cost in the high volume regions.

Actually, Verizon made a deal with the state of Pennsylvania some years 
back to have high speed internet to everyone in the state.  I'm guessing 
they are arguing that wireless broadband is "high speed internet".  I'll 
dispute that.  What it is is much more expensive than any wired or fiber 
service, and there are monthly limits on usage.

They will most likely get away with breaking their promise with a few 
well placed campaign contributions.

To a politician, the next election isn't everything, it's the ONLY 
thing.  (Thanks to Vince Lombardi for that concept.)