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Mr Khan said:
WookieSquatch said:
Yeah that is a crap article. Comcast isn't blocking any traffic, they just refuse to authenticate Comcast users on those platforms, but they are doing that as a content provider, not and ISP.

How convenient, given that there's an even chance your cable provider is your ISP.

Is it not important for regulations to be consistent and true to their language and intent? Even if your cable company is also your ISP this situation doesn't fit within the context of the regulation. It is a cable company choosing to not allow a service that others provide. It is the equivalent of video game consoles having exclusive video games. Furthermore, should not such a ruling also apply to companies like Apple, which will be the only devices to have the standalone HBO subscription service? I am no fan of Comcast, as I have had problems with them in the past, but I think such things need to be consistent and fair, otherwise we don't live in a liberal politicy.