&gt; the facts on the ground are 80% of Indians do not have internet access<p>The facts on the ground for everywhere in the world not too long ago was worse than 20% access to the Internet. And I bet the current 20% Indian Internet users have much much faster connections than dial-up.<p>Things change. Fast. It is disingenuous to ignore the natural connectivity growth trajectory and focus on today&#x27;s number only. Most will get connected to the Internet, with or without Facebook&#x27;s &quot;help&quot; soon. The danger is with Facebook&#x27;s &quot;help&quot;, they&#x27;ll get connected to FBNet (Free Basics Network, aka ZuckNet), diverting them away from connecting to the real Internet.