Net neutrality victory for consumers

[Commentary] While the debate over keeping the Internet open and accessible to all is far from over, the FCC has put its energy and that of the Obama administration on the side of consumers, in the most important decision so far for the young administration about this vital new medium. The bureaucratic wranglings in this policy-making area, involving something called "net neutrality," can be a little dense. But if you care about making sure the Internet remains fertile and innovative, and that the big telecommunications companies not decide how and what consumers can access online, then it's important to understand what's at stake for you and me. Expect fierce and bloody combat before this is over. All the more reason that Genachowski and the new administration should be applauded for hanging tough and doing the right thing. Future innovators and consumers will be thankful.