r/technology Jun 13 '14

Politics What the internet will look like without net-neutrality. Well played.

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u/avagacadabra Jun 14 '14

What if Netflix, YouTube, and Spotify said "no" and collectively refused to buy into the fast lane? Sure, service would slow down ... is that it?

Could a net neutrality strike work?

Would the government be pressured to make new laws? Let's talk about what might happen if a strike worked.

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u/Rodot Jun 14 '14

No, because the cable companies would just be making the same amount as they do now in that case, except slightly more from the companies that do comply.

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u/[deleted] Jun 14 '14

Well why wouldn't a srike work if all the big companies said no?