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Highspeed Downloads Via DTV

Posted by chrisd on from the something-newish dept.

NYCadAdept writes " E-insight reports that Clear Channel Communications has begun to provide high speed downloads in Cincinnati, via the broadcast DTV signal of WKRC-TV. You have to use proprietary hardware/software; and you still need a modem for up-stream communications, but it is an interesting alternative for those beyond the reach of xDSL."I don't want to sound rigid, but these frequencies were given in exchange for the analog ones, so I don't see how they can do this without breaking thier agreement with the FCC.

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  1. Stay tuned for... by Anonymous Coward · · Score: 2, Funny

    I can see it now...

    "Tune in tonight at 8/7 central and go on a journey hosted by Th3 PHr34kY M4sT4 as we explore the world of warez by downloading an ISO of Windows XP Corporate!

    And stay tuned, because at 11 eastern, we will delve into the world of porn with a download of "Wet and Wild Teens on Spring Break!"

    All this and more - *only* on DTV..."

  2. Heh by swordgeek · · Score: 3, Funny

    "You're listening to WKRC in Cincinnati, my children. Let your soul be soothed by the mellow sounds of Venus."

    Probably not many would remember that, but it struck me as funny.

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