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Internet Way of Networking 29 May 2020
Playing Politics with Section 230 Makes the Internet Weaker, Not Stronger
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Growing the Internet 13 April 2020
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Internet Society Statement on U.S. Clean Network Program
Statements
7 August 2020
Internet Society Statement on U.S. Clean Network Program
We are very disappointed. The United States, the country that funded the early development of the Internet, is now...
Trump Signs Order Banning US Transactions With TikTok, WeChat in 45 Days
In the News
7 August 2020
Trump Signs Order Banning US Transactions With TikTok, WeChat in 45 Days
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A Narrow Window of Opportunity for Rural Connectivity in the U.S.
Community Networks
23 July 2020
A Narrow Window of Opportunity for Rural Connectivity in the U.S.
As COVID-19 continues to shine a spotlight on the vital role the Internet plays, a short window of opportunity...
Latest U.S. ‘Anti-Encryption’ Bill Threatens Security of Millions
Encryption
7 July 2020
Latest U.S. ‘Anti-Encryption’ Bill Threatens Security of Millions
The Lawful Access to Encrypted Data Act recently introduced to U.S. Congress may be the worse in a recent...
The Internet “Just Works”: The EARN IT Act Threatens That and More
Encryption
3 July 2020
The Internet “Just Works”: The EARN IT Act Threatens That and More
When the EARN IT Act was introduced in March 2020, technologists, civil society organizations, academics, and even a former...
Resources
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Indigenous Connectivity in the United States
Complementary connectivity models can bring affordable and sustainable Internet access to tribal areas across the country.
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Ensuring every Canadian has access to the Internet
COVID-19 has shed light on an alarming digital divide in Canada.
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What is Educational Broadband Service (EBS)?
Educational Broadband Service (EBS) is a band of spectrum that the FCC set aside for the public good.
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Security Factsheet: Why Should Municipalities Make Network and Data Security a Priority?
Communities can minimize risk by being intentional about how and by whom networks and devices are used. These are...
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Security Factsheet: Keeping Your Workplace Safe Online
For many of us the Internet is a staple in our day-to-day lives – especially at our jobs. But...
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Net Neutrality Experts’ Roundtable Series Process Report
The United States needs an approach that upholds the core principles of an open Internet and provides market stability;...
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Net Neutrality Legislation: A Framework for Consensus
Note: The Net Neutrality Principles do not represent the views of the Internet Society, nor any of its Chapters,...
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Enhancing IoT Security: Final Outcomes and Recommendations Report
The Internet of Things (IoT) carries enormous potential to change the world for the better. Projections for the impact...
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