>The paragraphs below were copied from another mail list. I am passing it >on because it appears to be authentic and needs to be brought out into >public discussion before it is put into law. Note the email address where >you can register your concern. Spread the word - note deadline is 2/13/98. >******************************************************************* >I am writing you this to inform you of a very important matter >currently under review by the FCC. Your local telephone company has >filed a proposal with the FCC to impose per minute charges for your >internet service. They contend that your usage has or will hinder the >operation of the telephone network. > >It is my belief that internet usage will diminish if users were >required to pay additional per minute charges. The FCC has created an >email box for your comments, responses must be received by February >13, 1998. Send your comments and tell them what you think. > mail to:isp@fcc.gov > >Every phone company is in on this one, and they are trying to sneak it >in just under the wire for litigation. Let everyone you know hear >this one. Get the e-mail address to everyone you can think of. >*******************************************************************