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I find it interesting that I am entering a password to indentify myself as "not spam" after reading this piece.
The truth is that the development of technologies that limit useless content (such as spam) will have a postitive outcome for the end user. Those who argue on behalf of so-called "network neutrality" legislation largely ignore the fact that companies are beholden to those who purchase their wares. In an effort to improve customer service and, yes, make a profit in the process (heaven forbid!), companies are advocating a system in which useful material can be transmitted more quickly. By and large, Internet users will benefit from this "discrimination."