Russian Lawmakers Approve Bill Giving Government More Internet Control

Russian lawmakers approved a bill on to bolster government control of the Internet, sparking fears among detractors of increased censorship. The bill would help implement equipment across the country to route Internet traffic through servers, making it more difficult for users to skirt government restrictions, according to The Associated Press.

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