We're hearing more and more about digital television and its impact on business and culture. Digital satellite systems are already offering more channels of programming with better audio and video quality than traditional cable television.
Cable modems offer the promise of faster delivery of movies at commodity pricing.
Internet-based networks of the future threaten the broadcast world by providing interactivity in addition to increased programming choices and the opportunity to filter out commercials. Homes equipped today with movable satellite dishes already get a taste for the wide range of programming, with no geopolitical boundaries. The problem is how to cope with it. Yes, there is a human side to dealing with technological change. Harnessing the technology involves learning new skills, but the benefits are real.