Comments on: Comcast Caught, Denies Blocking Traffic

By: Comcast to Appeal FCC Network Management Order - GigaOM

Comcast to Appeal FCC Network Management Order - GigaOM — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 18:56:42 +0000

[...] latest chapter in ongoing traffic management saga that began with shocking revelations that Comcast was slowing down P2P traffic. Comcast has released the following statement, attributed to Executive VP David L. Cohen: Although [...]

By: I Always Feel Like My ISP’s Watching Me - GigaOM

I Always Feel Like My ISP’s Watching Me - GigaOM — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 23:12:52 +0000

[...] packet inspection for managing applications: Comcast essentially employed this method to throttle P2P traffic. Other ISPs are thought to be trying similar tactics, although after today, [...]

By: Comcast Clarifies Its Network Management Efforts Again - GigaOM

Comcast Clarifies Its Network Management Efforts Again - GigaOM — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 19:24:51 +0000

[...] Comcast sure is bearing the brunt of the anger being levied against broadband providers these days. Earlier this year it was hauled before the FCC over allegations that it was blocking peer-to-peer traffic. During the subsequent hearing the FCC made clear that it, too, was unimpressed with Comcast’s so-called network management efforts because it felt that customers were not adequately informed about them. Further, as the agency acknowledged, “managing” P2P traffic could result in competitive video content being blocked. However, unlike other ISPs, who have admitted to blocking P2P, Comcast denies it. [...]

By: Comcast on the Defensive - GigaOM

Comcast on the Defensive - GigaOM — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 22:37:27 +0000

[...] July 17, 2008 at 3:37 PM PT Comments (0) Two weeks before the Federal Communication Commission meets to decide whether or not to issue an enforcement order against Comcast for throttling peer-to-peer traffic, not-for-profit group Free Press has accused [...]

By: P2P Blog: Vuze vows to continue net neutrality fight

P2P Blog: Vuze vows to continue net neutrality fight — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 00:42:30 +0000

Vuze vows to continue net neutrality fight...

The makers of the BitTorent client / media distribution platform Vuze have expressed optimism about Kevin Martin's plans to punish Comcast for its BitTorrent blocking, but at the same time vowed to continue their own push for clearer FCC rules against...

By: Comcast vs. Your Torrents: A Recap « NewTeeVee

Comcast vs. Your Torrents: A Recap « NewTeeVee — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 22:38:34 +0000

[...] today, and the commission will cast a vote on Aug. 1st. Comcast has denied the accusation, as Stacey is reporting on GigaOM, calling its network management efforts “carefully [...]

By: Richard Bennett

Richard Bennett — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 21:32:13 +0000

The interesting thing about the proposed order is that it will not attempt to impose any fines on Comcast. It's a toothless publicity vehicle that simply directs Comcast down the path on which it's already heading.

The video pirates who raised the issue of Comcast throttling their uploads will get no relief from any of this.

Both sides can now legitimately claim victory, and hopefully we can move on to an actual rule-making notice and comment process to define "reasonable network management."

By: Jamalystic

Jamalystic — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 20:18:02 +0000

I believe the FCC should use this case to revamp its dwindling popularity. With many critics questioning the usefulness of the FCC and some even calling for it to be abolish, the FCC should come out very strongly on comcast and in so doing set a precedent once and for all. I hope the punishment will not make a travesty of the situation. Infact as i’m writing this, it’s been reported that the FCC will not fine Comcast!!Abolish the FCC!(http://www.internetevolution.com/author.asp?section_id=466&doc_id=140252&F_src=flftwo)

By: Comcast Caught, Denies Blocking Traffic

Comcast Caught, Denies Blocking Traffic — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 19:17:42 +0000

[...] and give consumers detailed information on how Comcast plans to manage its network in the future. Comcast Caught, Denies Blocking Traffic – GigaOM FCC Unimpressed by Comcast�s �Network Managment� – GigaOM __________________ Live the Light, Give [...]

By: Alex Berger

Alex Berger — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 16:40:04 +0000

Fantastic news, on a similar note I have the dubious honor of being a Cox user, ComCast’s long lost cousin and heir to their throne.

Put this writeup together a few days ago: http://citadel-of-light.com/2008/06/25/generation-cox-a-brave-new-worldof-hypocritical-crap/

Key points – Cox (AZ) – blatantly lies when contacted about their filter. The reality is they have a cap of 30k set for P2P transfers. Excessive transfers that resemble peer to peer (even FTP) result in short term kill commands (eg: Gaming).

On the entire Cox website there is only one location – most of their employees don’t even seem to know about it – which outlines the 40gb dl and 10gb upload cap their mid tier $45/mo plan has.

I really hope this starts as wave of accountability for these guys. The level of flat out fraud and consumer abuse is astonishing.

By: Robb Topolski

Robb Topolski — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 14:55:51 +0000

When Comcast bought up large systems to become the largest Cable MSO, it did not buy the Internet. It has no right to change how it works -- not one byte of it.

How the world-wide Internet works is defined by all of us, through our participation and trust in the Internet Society and the Internet Engineering Task Force. To ensure interoperability and access for all, changes must be carefully deliberated and standardized there. The responsibility of operating the Internet in accordance with those standards is entrusted to companies providing access to it. It's not Comcast's job to change how the Internet works nor can it decide who or what gets preference upon it.

I haven't seen anything other than the press reports about something to be circulated around the FCC. I am hopeful that when the details are released that it serves to preserve and protect the Internet from those who would abuse their power and change it.