A student researching the internet has taken notes:
• Net neutrality requires equal treatment of internet traffic • ISPs argue they need flexibility to manage networks • Opponents say without rules, ISPs could favor some content • Different countries have different approaches • The debate affects innovation and free speech
The student wants to explain the stakes of net neutrality.
Internet service providers argue they need flexibility to manage networks.
Net neutrality stakes are high—without equal treatment rules, ISPs could favor certain content, potentially affecting both innovation and free speech online.
Different countries have adopted different approaches to net neutrality.
Net neutrality requires internet providers to treat all traffic equally.
Correct Answer: B
Choice B. Favoring content affecting innovation and speech explains stakes.