Network neutrality to be eased in prior to 5G commercialization-maintain pros and cons
Jong Ye Lin | yeslin@ | 2018-03-22 11:25:48
There is a growing talk about network neutrality as network neutrality relaxation theory is raised ahead of the commercialization of 5G mobile communication (5G),. The opinions of stakeholders such as telecom operators and Internet companies related to network neutrality are in sharp contrast, and discussions within the academia and the National Assembly are expected to continue for the time being.
A discussion was held on March 21 at the Yeouido National Assembly Hall in Seoul, sponsored by the Democratic Party of Korea, along with Byun Jae-il, a new network neutrality policy direction. At this meeting, it was suggested that the net neutrality should be relaxed to attract investment efficiency and attract new businesses. On the contrary, the argument that the value of network neutrality should not be undermined was contested.
Network neutrality is that network providers (ISPs) that provide the network should not discriminate against content or services that use the network. When network neutrality is abolished, the ISP has the authority to manage traffic and may block certain data depending on how much money is being paid. The net neutrality of the industry has been ignited since the United States decided to abolish network neutrality last year. Currently, the Korean government prohibits discrimination through network neutrality guidelines and rational traffic management standards.
Meanwhile, those who insisted on mitigating net neutrality suggested that mitigation of net neutrality would be a catalyst for investment revitalization and new business development. Park Yong-wan, a professor at Yeungnam University, said "Various new businesses will emerge and data utilization will become more advanced in the 5G era." Network neutrality and privacy protection regulations cannot keep pace with technological and market developments, "He said. Shin Min-soo, a professor at Hanyang University, explained, "It is necessary to maintain transparency that can benefit users, but to increase the degree of freedom of economic management."
The telecom industry also claimed ISP rights. "The current Internet industry structure is not a small company, but large-scale platform companies such as Naver, Cacao and Google have emerged," said Yoon Sang-pil, the director of the Korea Telecom Cooperation Association. "As they gain large- "We should not push the demand for network infrastructure investment due to the explosion."
On the other hand, it is argued that the parties that need to maintain network neutrality pay a sufficient price. "Internet companies such as Naver and Cacao are already paying for network billions of billions of won a year," said Cha Jae-pil, chief executive of the Korea Internet Business Association. "Traffic costs in Korea are 15 times higher than in Europe and North America." "Network neutrality is the foundation for the growth of start-up in the fourth industrial revolution."
The government, as a response, is planning to implement policies based on the position of both sides. "If the 5G network is built in the future, the users will be able to pay for the services at reasonable prices, and CP will be able to provide innovative services. It is the key to consider. "
By Jong Ye Lin yeslin@
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A discussion was held on March 21 at the Yeouido National Assembly Hall in Seoul, sponsored by the Democratic Party of Korea, along with Byun Jae-il, a new network neutrality policy direction. At this meeting, it was suggested that the net neutrality should be relaxed to attract investment efficiency and attract new businesses. On the contrary, the argument that the value of network neutrality should not be undermined was contested.
Network neutrality is that network providers (ISPs) that provide the network should not discriminate against content or services that use the network. When network neutrality is abolished, the ISP has the authority to manage traffic and may block certain data depending on how much money is being paid. The net neutrality of the industry has been ignited since the United States decided to abolish network neutrality last year. Currently, the Korean government prohibits discrimination through network neutrality guidelines and rational traffic management standards.
Meanwhile, those who insisted on mitigating net neutrality suggested that mitigation of net neutrality would be a catalyst for investment revitalization and new business development. Park Yong-wan, a professor at Yeungnam University, said "Various new businesses will emerge and data utilization will become more advanced in the 5G era." Network neutrality and privacy protection regulations cannot keep pace with technological and market developments, "He said. Shin Min-soo, a professor at Hanyang University, explained, "It is necessary to maintain transparency that can benefit users, but to increase the degree of freedom of economic management."
The telecom industry also claimed ISP rights. "The current Internet industry structure is not a small company, but large-scale platform companies such as Naver, Cacao and Google have emerged," said Yoon Sang-pil, the director of the Korea Telecom Cooperation Association. "As they gain large- "We should not push the demand for network infrastructure investment due to the explosion."
On the other hand, it is argued that the parties that need to maintain network neutrality pay a sufficient price. "Internet companies such as Naver and Cacao are already paying for network billions of billions of won a year," said Cha Jae-pil, chief executive of the Korea Internet Business Association. "Traffic costs in Korea are 15 times higher than in Europe and North America." "Network neutrality is the foundation for the growth of start-up in the fourth industrial revolution."
The government, as a response, is planning to implement policies based on the position of both sides. "If the 5G network is built in the future, the users will be able to pay for the services at reasonable prices, and CP will be able to provide innovative services. It is the key to consider. "
By Jong Ye Lin yeslin@