Shots fired in new Web war

The war over network neutrality is about to see its fiercest fighting yet. Groups representing virtually every corner of the cable and telecom industry have unleashed a barrage of lawsuits against the Federal Communications Commission’s new Internet regulations, in what has all the makings of a heavyweight bought destined to go all 12 rounds. For supporters of the tough rules, it’s either win in court or go home empty handed. “There are no guarantees,” said Matt Wood, the policy director at Free Press, which has advocated in favor of tough Web rules. “So I would never say it’s a slam dunk or a fait accompli, but we think the FCC has made the best choice it can on the law.” “It’s better to go in fighting on your strongest argument rather than on a weaker one that you kind of make up as you go along,” he said.