I have never heard of two cable companies in the same community fighting for business. I can't imagine we would anytime soon either. I'm not sure how it goes, but do companies like Comcast, Verizon and my local Electric Co. NSTAR have certain rights to the poles they string their lines from? The digital transition has already taken to long as it is, it's a lot more than just leaving analog customers in the cold. It is needed so it frees up frequencies for emergency radios (police, fire) and also for wireless equipment. Their are many choices out there to choose from. Off air, satellite if line of sight is achievable, cable, and FIOS in certain areas. Dang I pay Comcast 179.99 a month for every cable channel with Tivo HD in two rooms, PLUS top tier internet and VoIP Phone. I don't find that bad at all to be honest.
JEFF
