ISPs shouldn't be able to block some sorts of data and prioritize others. Here's what to…
Author: Klint Finley
The Covid-19 Pandemic Shows the Virtues of Net Neutrality
Network speeds are holding up despite the crush of internet traffic. Freed from rules, broadband providers…
The Web’s .Org Domain Is Still Run by a Nonprofit
Icann, the internet's governing body, rejected a proposal to sell control of the .org registry to…
Can’t File for Unemployment? Don’t Blame Cobol
Yes, the 60-year-old programming language still powers banks, airlines, and government agencies. But a more likely…
Want to Ditch Zoom? Jitsi Offers an Open-Source Alternative
As we spend more time on videoconferences, concerns mount about trust. Emil Ivov says you shouldn't…
Anyone’s a Celebrity Streamer With This Open Source App
OBS Studio offers customization and other advanced features that are easier to use than those in…
When School Is Online, the Digital Divide Grows Greater
Most US schools are closed, with instruction shifting to the internet. That's a problem for millions…
The JavaScript Framework That Puts Web Pages on a Diet
Svelte, created by a graphics editor for *The New York Times*, has attracted a following among…
Google Reveals Location Data to Help the Coronavirus Response
The search giant is disclosing trends in visits to broad categories of places, as a tool…
T-Mobile Swallows Sprint, Leaving 3 US Cellphone Giants
Consumer advocates fear the deal will reduce competition and lead to higher prices. But regulators and…