Verizon, Google make net neutrality pact, sources say

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I suspect Google is hedging their bets. Google may be big and have a lot of money, but the telecoms have more politicians in their pocket. Google has spoken out FOR net neutrality many times before. I think Google's talking to Verizon now before they start capping access to their service.

I, however, think this will backfire and make people think that Google is OK with a non-neutral network, which will give other ISPs and content providers (e.g., ESPN) an excuse to implement non-neutral policies.

Thanks for nothing, Google.

It sounded to me like they convinced Verizon _not_ to give preferential treatment.

Specifically, Google and Verizon's agreement could prevent Verizon from offering some prioritization to the biggest bidders who want better delivery of content on its DSL and fiber networks, according to the sources. But that wouldn’t apply to mobile phones, the sources said, speaking on the condition of anonymity because the companies have not officially made their announcement.

Let's wait to hear what the details of the deal are before pulling out the pitchforks and torches.

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