FCC Paves Way for a 'Right to Repair' Internet, Mandating Router Unlocks by 2028
In a landmark decision that will reshape home connectivity, the Federal Communications Commission (fcc) announced a new rule requiring all Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to allow customers to use and repair their own modems and routers without proprietary software locks. Starting in 2028, consumers will finally be able to bypass ISP equipment fees, unlocking a new market for third-party routers and DIY network fixes. This move, hailed by activists as a major win for digital freedom, is expected to slash annual household internet costs by an average of $180, but has sparked fierce pushback from major telecoms who warn of cyber chaos.