Net neutrality

High school (ages 12+)
Science & Technology

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/net-neutrality

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the core principle?ISPs must provide non-discriminatory access to internet content and services
2. Why is net neutrality important for small businesses?It lets small companies compete with big ones because ISPs can’t charge extra for faster delivery. This keeps the internet a level playing field.
3. How can ISPs slow down or block content?They could use throttling to slow traffic or blocking to stop access, but net neutrality rules aim to stop those practices.

Public Utility: A service (like water or electricity) that is considered essential and is often regulated.
Common Carrier: A business that transports goods or people for a fee, obligated to serve all customers without discrimination.
Paid Prioritization: Arrangements where ISPs charge content providers for faster delivery of their data.