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To: Goodboy who wrote (6554)	1/19/1999 1:21:00 PM
From: The Ox	Read Replies (3) \| Respond to of 21143

We should keep in mind that just because information(video) is stored on a hard disk doesn't mean that the user can have unlimited access. There is no reason why the software contained on the set top box can't monitor the usage of the downloaded video and transmit back to the cable company the number of hours/minutes of actual viewing. For example, a family can download a Disney movie to it's hard disk and watch it over and over without clogging the "pipe" to the cable company. Each time the video is viewed, a small message can be sent to the cable company to track usage. So, depending on the model being used, the cable company can charge $4 for the first viewing and maybe $1 or $2 for each additional viewing. The cable company could charge a premium for first run movies, pornography,etc., let's say $7 for 1st view and $5 for each additional viewing. If it's a pay-per-view fight, it could be $30 for 1st view and $15 for additional views, etc....