I’m a retiree and depend on the internet for my part-time software development business. It is also my main source of news and technical documentation.
I pay for internet access. It is not cheap when compared to our phone or even gas bills. Because it is available 24×7, I am willing to pay a premium for that convenience and for “best in class” upload and download speed.
Nonetheless, I am not willing to absorb extra fees for “preferred” providers. Fees for content, as is the case with cable television, yes: I pay for content on two news sites, and that’s fine with me. Fees for delivery speed of that content, absolutely not.
The ability to retrieve from and send information to interested parties, regardless of their location or size, is an important part of my online experience. This is especially true for my software development business.
I rely a great deal on the technical community for advice. Slowing down my ability to solve problems for customers has the potential to impact my livelihood.
Thank you for taking the time to read my letter.