Re:More than 800 startups sign letter objecting to plans to ...
by unityByFreedom on Friday April 28, 2017 @02:13PM
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> The problem is that ISPs already operate like monopolies. They don't operate in the same areas as their competition. It is not the free market serving consumers.
I agree with that, I just don't think it's a problem that a market or politics are going to solve, and breaking up monopolies with regulation certainly isn't on the table in this administration.
> Also, leaving regular people to take [on] massive corporations is not really a solution
It is in the sense of voting. Your vote is more powerful than corporate spending.
I agree going to court isn't an ideal backup option. It is nice that we have such a system that allows it, and a supply of pro-bono lawyers who will take class-action cases.
Also, leaving regular people to take massive corporations is not really a solution. Most people don't have the time or money to go to court with anyone, let alone a team of corporate lawyers. ISPs know this, so we all just deal with their mistreatment because there is no other option around.