FCC Eases High-Speed Internet Rules

The Federal Communications Commission has eased rules governing DSL, saying they hope it will speed Internet growth.

The FCC said the carriers no longer had to provide rival ISPs with access to their lines at reduced rates. The commission said the move would foster competition by putting phone companies on an even footing with cable companies…and would provide more incentive for phone companies to upgrade their networks and offerings.

The change, however, was criticized by consumer groups, which asserted that it could lead instead to higher prices and reduced competition from independent suppliers.

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