> I agree but unlike electricity or water where quality of service is regulated (water quality etc) internet service is not.
It is very regulated. Starting a new utility that relies on public property (easements for landlines or spectrum for over the air) requires cutting an epic amount of red tape. In fact, it is such a messing process that only the very politically well connected companies can even consider entering the market.
It's definitely regulated. It just isn't regulated in the way that you want.
It is very regulated. Starting a new utility that relies on public property (easements for landlines or spectrum for over the air) requires cutting an epic amount of red tape. In fact, it is such a messing process that only the very politically well connected companies can even consider entering the market.
It's definitely regulated. It just isn't regulated in the way that you want.