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By Forrest Hartman, About.com Guide to TV / Video

Myths of Digital TV

Sunday June 18, 2006
I am a television watcher. I watch a lot of television. I see a lot of commercials for digital TV that suggest our world will be better if only we paid for digital service in our home.

In time, everyone will be forced to watch digital television. But, that day hasn't come yet. For many the thought of a digital transition in the United States means they'll have to spend a lot of money on a new television. Is this true? No, it's not. What else do you need to know?

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