Background Information
Net neutrality is the idea that internet service providers and governments should treat all data and information on the internet equally and not discriminate or charge more based on who the user is, what the content is, or the mode of communication. Use the following sources to learn more about internet regulation and net neutrality and the political, legal, and social issues surrounding it.
- Encyclopedia of International Media and CommunicationsProvides good background information concerning issues of internet access, including global perspectives and information on the digital divide.
- Ethics, Science, Technology, and Engineering: a Global ResourceIn-depth information on issues of ethics, intellectual property rights, and the internet.
- CQ Researcher This link opens in a new windowReference tool/magazine that gives overviews of major topic areas. Includes articles, lists of other resources, and Pro and Con arguments for most topics.
- Encyclopedia of Computer Science and TechnologyThis resource contains historical information about the internet as well as entries on internet service providers.