The document discusses the future of television becoming "all-on-demand" where all video and audio content can be watched whenever requested. It mentions that fiber optic networks will become more important and that Google is providing 1GB internet speeds in Kansas City. Interactive experiences and sensing technologies will become key factors in differentiating services. The author is Netflix founder Reed Hastings and the source is Digital Times from July 2011.

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2. Future of TV 二十年後的電視(All-on-Demand) 所有影音欣賞行為都會變成隨點隨看(click-and-watch)及隨選(On-demand) 光纖網路的重要性 撥接網路、DSL、光纖到府(fiber-to-the-home) Google宣布在肯薩斯市(Kansas City)提供1GB 整合感應科技的使用者經驗將成差異化關鍵 隨點隨用(click-and-consume)模式_連網服務準則 使用者如何與服務互動 互動性與感測裝置的發展息息相關 By Netflix Fonder: Reed Hastings 數位時代201107

3. CATV Advantages Advantage #1: Stability Cable television is especially stable in its service. Both traditional air-wave broadcasts and modern satellite television can and will cut out on you during any serious storm (and often during some not-so-serious storms). Cable, on the other hand, will only go out if there is some flaw in the overall system, like a broken cable or router. This will happen far less often than rainstorms, so cable television will provide far more consistent service. Advantage #2: Bundling Often specials are available by bundling your cable television with other services in a single package, usually internet and phone, but sometimes services like cellular phones. These bundles can actually save you quite a bit of money, especially if you bundle all three typical services together. It also provides the convenience of having a single bill. Advantage #3: Price Cable television can actually be fairly inexpensive, if you don't add too many options. The initial hardware costs are fairly inexpensive when compared to satellite, and the FCC requires that all cable companies provide a basic cable package consisting of broadcast channels and a few local channels. As a result, cable television can be the cheapest form of television aside from buying an antenna. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/6480986

4. CATV Disadvantages Disadvantage #1: Annoying Monopolies Many areas only have a single cable television provider, and this creates a monopoly. While the competition from satellite is increasing, the corporate culture of these monopolies is especially poor. Customer service can be terrible, if not non-existent in many cases, and consumer satisfaction with cable TV companies is consistently some of the worst among any companies in the United States. Disadvantage #2: Confusing Price Packages Many cable companies are very confusing when it comes to how much their service will actually cost in the long run. Many require you to sign up for two years in order to get a one-year introductory deal. However, you have to really dig on their websites to find out how much the second year will cost. In other cases, there are hidden fees, rental charges and taxes. Disadvantage #3: Privacy If you are bundling your cable television with your internet (and many people do), you will have less privacy on the internet. Cable internet works with a stable IP address that doesn't change, so people will be able to easily track your visits to their sites. Compare this with DSL, where you can easily reset your IP by turning your modem on and off. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/6480986

5. Cablevision + Sprint for strategic alliance Cablevision Systems has entered a strategic alliance with Sprint to include discounted mobile wireless services in its Optimum Business Benefits program for small and medium businesses. Wireless will be available to Optimum Business customers that subscribe to both Optimum Voice and Optimum Online . Access to Cablevision's regional network of Wi-Fi hotspots will be included in the service package. "In a recent survey of more than 500 small businesses in our area, we found that they are often overwhelmed by selecting the right mobile service for their business," said Stephanie Anderson, vice president of commercial marketing for Cablevision. "We have formed a strategic alliance with Sprint to bring our Optimum small business customers a unique package to simplify the process of selecting a wireless service.” Sprint joins Cablevision's existing alliance partners: ADP, CardWorks, Citrix Online, Digital Insurance, FedEx, Network Solutions and US Business Technology. Source: CED August 25,2011