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net neutrality
Definition
NETwork neutrality refers to the absence of restrictions or priorities placed on the type of content carried over the Internet by the carriers and ISPs. According to this concept all traffic should be treated equally. Data packets on the Internet should be moved impartially, without regard to content, destination or source. (Sources: PC Mag encyclopedia; Whatis)
French
neutralité du réseau Internet
Associated words and phrases also defined
throttling
traffic shaping

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