Oh yeah, the lobbying is corrupt AF. It also doesn’t help that most of the people who make the laws have no idea how technology works, so the lobbyists probably don’t even have to work too hard.
Oh yeah, the lobbying is corrupt AF. It also doesn’t help that most of the people who make the laws have no idea how technology works, so the lobbyists probably don’t even have to work too hard.
It infuriates me to no end how many politicians don’t have even a rudimentary knowledge of modern technology and make no effort to obtain one. Tech already runs our lives, and I’d argue we are on...
It infuriates me to no end how many politicians don’t have even a rudimentary knowledge of modern technology and make no effort to obtain one.
Tech already runs our lives, and I’d argue we are on the precipice of it transforming our lives in major ways we can’t even imagine, good and bad.
I don’t care how old you are. That’s not a fucking excuse. If you feel comfortable drafting and enacting legislation for the entire country on such a devastatingly crucial subject, then it’s your responsibility as a policymaker to be well-versed.
That's the thing though, isn't it? They can't possibly be well-versed in everything. I imagine they rely on experts, and I can see the faults in that but I also don't really see a better solution.
That's the thing though, isn't it? They can't possibly be well-versed in everything. I imagine they rely on experts, and I can see the faults in that but I also don't really see a better solution.
I think there are a few things that you need to understand. Not having a basic understanding of the technology of our century would be like not understanding the basics of how money works. It's...
I think there are a few things that you need to understand. Not having a basic understanding of the technology of our century would be like not understanding the basics of how money works. It's actually that important.
Technical literacy should be regarded now the same as how actual literacy was regarded in the past. Which is to say, necessary and something to push for.
Technical literacy should be regarded now the same as how actual literacy was regarded in the past.
Which is to say, necessary and something to push for.
Article has a link to full study. Or you can click here: https://www.broadbandgenie.co.uk/broadband-world-affordability Affordability here is defined as internet cost as percentage of average...
Affordability here is defined as internet cost as percentage of average salary.
Top ranking is first two rich east asian regions in the two top spots, followed by various european countries.
Commentary on study links affordability to regulation that promotes competition.
Isnt it a crying shame the state we are in? We could have had amazing, fast and limit free internet all of the country by now but corporate greed has ruined it for everyone.
Isnt it a crying shame the state we are in? We could have had amazing, fast and limit free internet all of the country by now but corporate greed has ruined it for everyone.
Oh yeah, the lobbying is corrupt AF. It also doesn’t help that most of the people who make the laws have no idea how technology works, so the lobbyists probably don’t even have to work too hard.
It infuriates me to no end how many politicians don’t have even a rudimentary knowledge of modern technology and make no effort to obtain one.
Tech already runs our lives, and I’d argue we are on the precipice of it transforming our lives in major ways we can’t even imagine, good and bad.
I don’t care how old you are. That’s not a fucking excuse. If you feel comfortable drafting and enacting legislation for the entire country on such a devastatingly crucial subject, then it’s your responsibility as a policymaker to be well-versed.
That's the thing though, isn't it? They can't possibly be well-versed in everything. I imagine they rely on experts, and I can see the faults in that but I also don't really see a better solution.
I think there are a few things that you need to understand. Not having a basic understanding of the technology of our century would be like not understanding the basics of how money works. It's actually that important.
Technical literacy should be regarded now the same as how actual literacy was regarded in the past.
Which is to say, necessary and something to push for.
Article has a link to full study. Or you can click here: https://www.broadbandgenie.co.uk/broadband-world-affordability
Affordability here is defined as internet cost as percentage of average salary.
Top ranking is first two rich east asian regions in the two top spots, followed by various european countries.
Commentary on study links affordability to regulation that promotes competition.
Isnt it a crying shame the state we are in? We could have had amazing, fast and limit free internet all of the country by now but corporate greed has ruined it for everyone.
Paying more for sub par telecommunications makes us free!
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