We probably have been obsessed with this for longer than we realize. I'm still convinced the PC wouldn't have taken off as fast as it did if there weren't a TV attached to it. Our cultural critics have long underestimated the power of television.
TV is an instant, universal communicator.
And it has a way of grabbing our emotions and minds as well. Since the Net isn't yet exactly great at delivering TV, this is a great time to experiment will all kinds of rich media ideas. Who knows what might take hold and grow. Corp. All Rights Reserved.