Internet Service Master Plans. Alternative Concepts for Providing Internet Service.

Internet Service Master Plans are being developed, or at least explored, by communities across America. The two system configuration options are: internet service as a utility; or, internet service as a commercial service. In Florida, the state legislature has deemed it appropriate that internet service is a commercial activity controlled by private companies that provide service in areas that make financial sense. Poor areas may not meet this criteria and it is the option of the commercial providers to serve these areas, or not. Even though the cities will not be regulating or providing comprehensive service, a plan for how to best guide the private companies is necessary.