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To: Bruce Cullen who wrote (1314)	2/5/1998 8:37:00 AM
From: Doug Robinson	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 29970

Cable will win in the DSL vs Cable arena IMHO. First, the vast majority of potential users in the long run aren't computer users like many of us. Many potential users don't even have computers in their home. They all have TV's and telephones. What is easier for these potential users to do. Buy a new computer, set it up via the phone and have someone teach them how to use a computer. I've been going through this with my parents. It's been a difficult process for them. They are in their seventies. Talk to many people over the age of 50 and they are afraid of computers. The easier solution rests with having them purchase the "black TV box" and connect via modem. Using a service like ATHM makes a lot more sense. Very few people are afraid of using their TV's. TV will win out because of it's acceptance versus the need for purchasing a computer and hooking up via telephones. Would you rather look at a 32" TV screen or a 17" computer monitor? Additionally, who wants to go to the expense of buying a computer and all the additional DSL equipment. TV's are already in place in most homes. No need to buy a monitor. As one's TV gets outdated to you think that someone is going to buy a new TV or a new computer? Finally, my understanding is that current DSL technology is limited to users that are within 16,000 to 20,000 feet of a central phone station. That's a big limitation for many. These are just some opinions of mine, but one's that I think are shared by many current non computer users.