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Old 09-12-2019, 09:13   #6966
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Re: Netflix/Streaming Services

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Originally Posted by OLD BOY View Post
They would not be 'hugely successful' and 'profitable' for long if they took silly risks. They are dealing here with a new technology that is still being perfected using a broadband infrastructure that is still being rolled out in an environment where people like Chris have inadequate broadband schemes. It would not be the best decision for Amazon to take to plunge right in and take on Sky, would it? I'm sure that no economist in his right mind would advise any company to do that, would they?
Even some of those with better broadband speeds still encountered poor PQ , buffering or no picture at all last week.

Its not something that is going to be solved overnight in my view.

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Additionally, think of the reputational damage that would be done if there were a significant number of complaints being received from people who are dedicated to football. Poor old Den would be screaming from the rooftops, and I wouldn't blame him.
Old Den does not scream from the rooftops anymore as old age has brought a calmness and serenity but alas little nous and wisdom.
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