Some of the largest technology companies took part in an "Internet Slowdown" protest yesterday, putting spinning icons on their websites to simulate how the Web might look if the FCC adopts new rules they say would create fast lanes for companies willing to pay for higher speeds.
"The Internet is something people rely on for their basic needs, so we should protect it the same way we protect water and electricity," said Evan Greer, campaign director of Boston-based Fight for the Future, one of the groups organizing the protest.
Websites including Netflix, Reddit and Kickstarter took part, urging visitors to contact Congress and the Federal Communications Commission to express support for net neutrality, the concept that all Internet traffic should be treated equally.
At issue is the FCC's proposed rules, which could allow Internet service providers — including cable companies — to provide priority service for a higher fee. The FCC is accepting public comment on its new rules until Monday.
Phil Beauregard, CEO of Boston-based Objective Logistics and president of Rekindle, said a fast lane for those who can pay would be especially difficult for startups.
"That just adds another expense to our balance sheet," he said. "It would certainly harm us."
Greer said the FCC should classify the Internet as a public utility. "It's not about how fast or slow our cat videos load, it's about what is the future of our Internet's democracy," Greer said.
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