[Jtsummers]

Then we need to regulate the installation and maintenance of home networks like we do plumbing and electric. This is not a small requirement, and given the current ubiquity of home networks and networked devices it will be an incredible challenge to implement.

Probably a startup idea or two would come out of that sort of regulation. Now that, to install that Nanny Cam, I have to hire a certified network administrator.

[jessaustin]

If the ISP were held responsible by contract, the ISP could either transfer that responsibility as described above or they could just filter their outbound a little harder. The latter solution seems more practical.

[pavel_lishin]

Or they could go the cheap route, and have a whitelist of devices you're allowed to use on your network.

Huh, weird, this whitelist seems to mostly consist of devices the ISP would be glad to rent out to you on a monthly basis...

[nradov]

What sort of regulation are you referring to? I'm not a plumber or electrician but I replace broken faucets and light switches. No certification required.

[Jtsummers]

I was more referring to requiring homes be up to code. You're right that individual projects don't really require anything special, more important when building new buildings.