Google, Verizon Reportedly Near Net Neutrality Plan
Massachusetts Broadband Expansion
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Thursday, July 8th, 2010 — Governor Patrick highlights broadband internet expansion in the Commonwealth at Greenfield Community College.
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Google, Verizon Reportedly Near Net Neutrality Plan
The companies are close to finalizing a proposal for “network neutrality” rules, which would dictate how broadband providers treat Internet traffic flowing over their lines, according to a person briefed on the negotiations. The source said a deal could be announced within days.
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A separate peace: Google, Verizon making net neutrality deal?
Major news outlets are disclosing a development that, if true, could influence the course of broadband economics for the foreseeable future. The New York Times reports that Google and Verizon are close to a deal that “could allow Verizon to speed some online content to Internet users more quickly if the content’s creators are willing to pay for the privilege.” Furthermore, Google “would agree …
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