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  • Is Tethering Stealing Bandwidth?

    Mike Raffety ( profile ), 07 Apr, 2011 @ 01:14pm

    Remember cable used to charge for extra outlets?

    Back when cable TV was new (1970s/80s), you paid extra (each month) for additional outlets (more TVs). Many people just put in a splitter and more outlets themselves; the cable companies quickly realized they really had no control over what you did with their service once it entered your home.

  • Cornell Library Rejects Non-Disclosures On Journal Pricing; Will Reveal All Prices

    Mike Raffety ( profile ), 28 Mar, 2011 @ 12:55pm

    State FOIA

    For state schools, at least some states (like Illinois) have a Freedom of Information Act which would take precedence and require disclosure of this business contract.