Here's what comes next if the FCC's decision to quash net neutrality rules becomes a reality

Many worry that FCC Chairman Ajit Pai’s proposal will stifle small tech firms and leave ordinary citizens more at the mercy of cable and wireless companies. “RADICAL DEPARTURE” The FCC’s move will allow companies like Comcast, AT&T and Verizon to charge internet companies for speedier access to consumers and to block outside services they don’t like. They don’t monetize that.” FAST LANES, SLOW LANES Sohn, however, suggests there’s reason to worry about more subtle forms of discrimination, such as “paid prioritization.” That’s a term for internet “fast lanes,” where companies that can afford it would pay AT&T, Verizon and Comcast for faster or better access to consumers. Doug Brake, a telecom policy analyst at the foundation, said there’s little chance broadband companies will engage in “shenanigans,” given how unpopular they already are with the public.