qworster
join:2001-11-25
Los Angeles, CA
 ·DSL EXTREME
·Brand X Internet
 ·RoadRunner Cable
 ·Vonage
3 edits | reply to bicker
Re: Build your own network if you're unhappy...
said by bicker  :You pay them good money for what they promise you, not for what you want. There is no monopoly -- that's just entitlement mentality talking about. You can escape anytime you want: Do without. These days, the Internet is a NECESSITY! It should be regulated, just like any other public utility.
Don't believe me? How about this:
Many govt. agencies (including the FCC) REQUIRE filngs to be done electronically. You CAN'T file using snail mail any more!
The IRS 'encourages' you to file your taxes electronically. How long before THEY require electronic filing?
Many employers REQUIRE you to apply for jobs online.
Many local govt. agencies have made it harder to do things without the Internet. Registering to vote or renew your driver's license for example.
We PAY for Interent service. We pay MORE then many other countries for slower service then they offer! In other words, You're being screwed! How come that doesn't upset you? How come you even DEFEND it? Are you a masochist? |
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KrK
Heavy Artillery For The Little Guy
Premium
join:2000-01-17
Tulsa, OK
·AT&T Yahoo
·AT&T DSL Service
·Cox HSI
| said by qworster :In other words, You're being screwed! How come that doesn't upset you? How come you even DEFEND it? Are you a masochist? I suspect he's more on the side of the SCREWER then the side of the SCREWEE if you get my drift.
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"Regulatory capitalism is when companies invest in lawyers, lobbyists, and politicians, instead of plant, people, and customer service." - former FCC Chairman William Kennard (A real FCC Chairman, unlike the current Corporate Spokesperson in the job!) |
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bicker
join:2007-05-10
Burlington, MA
 ·Verizon FIOS
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There are dozens of ways to get "the Internet". We're talking about high-speed Internet, and there are even several ways to get that these days too... IF YOU'RE WILLING TO PAY FOR THEM. Your unwillingness to pay does not constitute anything other than what it is.
I defend it because I'm an American. How come you ATTACK it? |
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qworster
join:2001-11-25
Los Angeles, CA
·DSL EXTREME
·Brand X Internet
·RoadRunner Cable
·Vonage
1 edit | Yeah..
Satellite: Too slow on uploads and latency makes it useless for VOIP.
T-1 Cheapest I can find is 380.00 a month for 1500/1500 service.
Wireless: Yes, there are several wireless providers in LA. The cheapest one is over 100 dollars a month and offers 1500/384 service.
Dial up: Maybe. With all the throttling going on, it might end up being FASTER then cable or DSL!
You sound like you believe that broadband should only be available to the elite that can afford it. BULL$HIT!
Broadband should be available to EVERYONE...and in many countries it is!
If you're an American and so concerned about your country, then consider this: The USA is quickly becoming a third world country technology/Internet wise, and attitudes like yours only make it happen worse and faster! |
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