Understanding Net Neutrality

What is the main principle behind net neutrality?

• Prioritizing data based on importance

• Equal treatment of all data transfers

• Limiting data usage for streaming services

• Charging extra for high-speed access

Who first coined the term 'net neutrality'?

• Marc Andreessen

• Vint Cerf

• Tim Berners-Lee

• Tim Wu

What is a potential reason given by internet providers for prioritizing certain data?

• To increase profits from streaming services

• To ensure network stability during high demand

• To promote smaller internet services

• To reduce the number of internet users

What could happen if large services pay for preferential treatment?

• Network speeds would increase for everyone

• Smaller services might gain more users

• There would be an imbalance disadvantaging smaller services

• All services would be treated equally

What does the EU directive from 2015 ensure?

• Guaranteed net neutrality

• Priority for streaming services

• Higher internet speeds for all users

• Reduced internet costs