CRTC rules in favour of Bell
Farhan Ashraf
Issue date: 11/25/08 Section: Business
The throttling of P2P traffic has sparked Canadians to think about net neutrality. Net neutrality addresses the idea that all data on the Internet should be treated and distributed equally. Many believe that limiting distribution of certain aspects of the Internet is a problem because it may be in violation of our freedoms.
Laura Ip, a student at Brock University said, "If they [Bell] are picking and choosing who gets to download what and when, then yes, that is a problem".
When companies limit access to certain aspects of the Internet, they are shaping the way in which we use the Internet by prioritizing certain aspects.
At a time when digital content is proving to be a big player in the distribution of music and movies, it is not plausible to limit how we access this content.
Harry Mitchell, another student of Brock University said, "CDs and DVDs are a thing of the past. I don't understand why companies like Bell will limit downloading when it has become such a big part of our culture".
The CRTC will hold another proceeding on July 6, 2009 to discuss the current Internet traffic throttling practices of ISPs. There will be a public hearing so Canadians can voice their opinions regarding the subject.
Laura Ip, a student at Brock University said, "If they [Bell] are picking and choosing who gets to download what and when, then yes, that is a problem".
When companies limit access to certain aspects of the Internet, they are shaping the way in which we use the Internet by prioritizing certain aspects.
At a time when digital content is proving to be a big player in the distribution of music and movies, it is not plausible to limit how we access this content.
Harry Mitchell, another student of Brock University said, "CDs and DVDs are a thing of the past. I don't understand why companies like Bell will limit downloading when it has become such a big part of our culture".
The CRTC will hold another proceeding on July 6, 2009 to discuss the current Internet traffic throttling practices of ISPs. There will be a public hearing so Canadians can voice their opinions regarding the subject.
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