Pundits wave broadcast flag

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FCC has approved the obroadcast flago, a technical feature designed to prevent Internet distribution of HDTV content. Supporters of the new measure say that Internet piracy will be reduced and availability of HD content will increase. Opponents say that it is an attempt to dictate how CE products are designed and it encroaches on consumerEs rights of content. The concerns of the supporters and the opponents to the obroadcast flago are discussed in detail.

Public affairs, United States. Federal Communications Commission, Licensing, certification and accreditation, Public opinion, Control, Access control, Internet access, High-definition television, High definition television

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Wish upon an energy star. Those cost-saving, environmentally friendly products could have strong appeal in the summer months

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More and more consumers are turning towards energy saving and environmental friendly products. Products that conform to the strict energy standards set by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) get the Energy Star seal. The annual savings with an Energy Star certified appliance compared to a non- Energy Star appliance are examined.

Legal issues & crime, Product standards, safety, & recalls, Government regulation (cont), Consumer Electronics, Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing, Legal/Government Regulation, Use of energy, Standards, Laws, regulations and rules, Energy use, Government regulation, Environmental aspects, Consumer preferences, United States. Environmental Protection Agency

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Stacked deck against cable CARD: The HD cable connection standard has arrived, but is it dealing from the bottom of the deck?

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Cable CARD gains popularity with TV manufacturers but not with the Cable industry. The views and attitudes of TV Manufacturers, Cable industry and the ultimate consumer on High definition technology are discussed.

Cable Television Systems, Cable Networks, Cable and other pay TV services, Usage, Cable television broadcasting industry, Technology application, High definition radio

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