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This is totally overhyped. The internet existed for quite a long time and most ISP's never did the things that were alleged in this article. There are some thi
by bifrost 9y ago
This is totally overhyped.
The internet existed for quite a long time and most ISP's never did the things that were alleged in this article.
There are some things that have been proven, sure, but they're not the norm and they're usually rare. The FTC and the market sorted the issues out pretty reasonably.
If you're worried about tracking, you need to stop using Google and Facebook, now. You should also stop using Chrome or anything with instant search enabled.
The other thing thats missing is that most privacy VPN providers are very sketchy and make a ton of unverifiable claims. You're not really better off using a Privacy VPN provider given the current technology.
Tor is marginally better but YMMV.
- CrankyBear 9y agoActually, as the article points out, the ISPs have done all these things inthe past and AT&T is already rigging up fast and slow lanes. Are VPN providers perfect? Oh heck, no. But, for now the best of them are an excellent option if you're worrying about your ISP looking over your shoulder.
- bifrost 9y agoYes, and the existing agency (the FTC) and the public dealt with them. Worrying about fast and slow lanes is needless. NN is a solution in search of a problem, and more than likely an excuse to usher in an actual tax on the internet. Worrying about your megacorporation ISP vs your shady privacy VPN provider is not really a great tradeoff.