The Silent Number

Posted: 2007-09-13

I'm sure that many of you have heard about "Net Neutrality." For those of you who haven't already gotten involved, the internet as we know it is being threatened by big cable and telephone companies who want to be internet "gatekeepers." There's a lot at stake here. Most recently, the US Department of Justice opposes Network Neutrality! This is gravely frightening. Please, read through this post for great information and resources, get involved, and spread the word!

Google has a Network Neutrality page where you can learn more and stay current with updates on net neutrality.

Save the Internet has a lot of information and a page where you can take action.
They also created this video:

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You can send a message to the FCC through Common Cause.

Network Neutrality is essential for independent media. That's news, and all sorts of content including video and music. Check out Rock the Net, musicians for network neutrality, from the Future of Music Coalition to learn more and take action.

Here is a video from Rocketboom talking about the net neutrality crisis:

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This is a nice short video explaining Network Neutrality from Public Knowledge:

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Here is a ten minute informational video about Net Neutrality from Four Eyed Monsters:

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A Bill Moyers documentary called "The Net @ Risk" aired on PBS and you can watch it online.

Here's even a humorous explanation of Net Neutrality from John Hodgman on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart:

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So ACT NOW, or say hello to the Internet of Tomorrow:

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So get involved-- tell your friends, take action, spread the word, SAVE THE INTERNET!