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Originally Posted by Chrysalis
I dont understand why they rolling out these new STB's instead of cable modem's surely the latter is cheaper and more efficient.
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Not everyone wants a SACM. Also, not everyone can justify having yet *another* box to their significant other. For instance, if NTL were to install a SACM instead of a new STB in my house, because of the way my network is wired (yes, I do have a home network system), then I would either have to have it under the TV (which would involve buying a new TV cabinet as the current one has no shelf space left) or re-wire the network. Both are something I don't really want to do.
With a Samsung STB, you also have the advantage of Interactive TV being far quicker and more reliable. Of course, there is always the downside that NTL haven't upgraded us 1 MB STB users yet, and don't seem to be showing any sign of when they will.
Maybe NTL should offer a choice?