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In the what were they drinking file for today, we have Congress stating that ISPs should be responsible for blocking fraud sites. You’re right, let’s put the same people that barely understand what the hell the Internet even is in charge of passing laws that may very likely have unintended consequences.
What consequences might you ask? [...]

The Sustainable Network demonstrates how we can tackle challenges, ranging from energy conservation to economic and social innovation, using the global network — of which the public Internet is just one piece. To help solve a myriad of problems today, author Sarah Sorensen points out that the best tool for enacting change already exists, lying [...]

I spent the better part of two hours trying to figure out how to share news of Finland following along with nations in making access to broadband a “right”. I suppose some might point out that this is no different than providing access to power or water. Yet we do not see this happening in [...]

I like the idea, but I think Comcast might need to rethink delivery. See, the concept of alerting users that it appears that their PCs are infected with malware using a banner is not really the right approach. I say this as clearly anyone paying attention is going to setup fake banners to look like [...]

How long must people in rural areas wait for broadband? Honestly, it is anyone’s guess at this time. We remain a laughing stock in comparison to other industrialized nations in this area. And while it is true that we have more land mass than some of those nations, it does not change the fact that, [...]

As I read this today, I was thinking clearly there must be more coverage about this over at CNN? Clearly, as Fox News and CNET among other online sources are featuring this on the front page! Nope, CNN is apparently taking a somber look at Bill Gates taking on hurricanes… really, CNN?
Any individual in power, [...]

Learn the four steps that comprise the ideal online brand protection strategy consisting of both technological and organizational programs.
As the Web continues to become a more dynamic and vital part of every corporation, today’s enterprises need to become more proactive at anticipating exploits and abuses that can tarnish their reputation and negatively impact their business [...]

There is definitely something to be said for legitimate free Wi-Fi. And when you are waiting at a medical center in between events, it can help to keep you sane during an otherwise long day.
Today my wife had to get surgery done on her wrist for carpal tunnel. The surgery itself is outpatient and generally [...]

It’s actually pretty sad that we need to discuss this, as one might think that this has been resolved by now. But it seems like the issue of using or not using an unencrypted wifi access point is something that is still being debated. While articles like this indicate that there are really no specific [...]

I don’t know about you, but the idea of being asked to give up some of the completely USELESS TV channels targeting niches that, frankly, are better left to podcasting (in my opinion) is fine with me. That being said, I will say that unlike some areas of the world that tolerate it, cable companies [...]

If there is one thing that turns me off of a service it is being cornered into a contract just to use it. This means cell phone companies among other technology providers. Recently, a number of you have asked me to speak about your experiences with a company called Clearwire. And while I have not [...]

When I first read this article, I actually found myself with shivers going up and down my spine. Frankly, the idea of being forced back to dial-up would drive me to other alternatives, such as taking a laptop to a coffee shop!
Now there is no question that the temptation of $10 dial-up could sway a [...]

It is a mystery to most people. Why are we still finding that the only way you can get decent broadband in many rural areas is through the latency heavy satellite options? While some individuals living in rural areas are slowly beginning to see WiMax-like solutions being provided, most of these options are slow coming [...]

Over the years, I like to think that I have become fairly in-tune with what my networking needs are. Which ports need to be opened, which devices need to be added into the networking scheme of things and, of course, how to set all of this up. As luck would have it, apparently I had [...]

It’s a touchy subject, censorship on the Internet. And while no one (outside of sickos) wants to see ready access to websites containing Warez or other illegal content, censorship for content that is NOT deemed illegal by most first world nations is treading on dangerous turf.
Outside of the obvious issue with regard to freedom of [...]

So today is my first day with FiOS. Since the builders of this development built this house as “fiber ready” from the start, the Verizon installer found everything needed very easily as the line was already about a foot from the area where the outside box was to go - sweet. The installation went smoothly [...]

When you read reports like this stating that US broadband speeds are not just behind other nations, they are so behind that it is totally pathetic. Now I am not blaming any one ISP here, however I must ask whether or not we will ever be able to catch up with some of the other [...]

Today Craig asks:
A few months ago I bought a new laptop and set up a wireless connection, the signal from the router never broke and ran perfect for weeks, until the signal started to break up and disconnect roughly 2 times a day the only thing I remember happening is a piece [...]

It is comical how many people figure if they are using an anti-virus along with a router using some sort of encryption like WEP/WPA, that they must be bullet proof to the world. Heck, even using a firewall, while great at protecting the files on the hard drive, leaves your passing data going over the [...]

Right off the bat, well played…well played indeed. You instantly hooked my wife with the offer of a free Wii when subscribing to the Comcast Triple Play services. And to be honest, if I planned on using Comcast for Internet and TV again, this might be something worth considering. But I really do not want [...]