Overview

Originally published in 1985, this book surveys developments in cable television in the major industrialised countries with chapters specifically authored on each area. It looks at the technology, its potential, and how far it had been implemented, considering the reaction of governments, existing broadcasting corporations and licensing authorities. Going on to assess future trends, a discussion of the likely effects of cable on communications, society and economy is an enlightening read now.

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Author:   Ralph Negrine
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:   Routledge
Weight:   0.340kg
ISBN:  

9781138965256

ISBN 10:   1138965251
Pages:   228
Publication Date:   11 May 2016
Audience:   General/trade ,  College/higher education ,  General ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Introduction Ralph Negrine 1. Cable Television in the United States: A Story of Continuing Growth and Change Vernone Sparkes 2. Cable at the Crossroads: An Analysis of the Canadian Cable Industry André H. Caron and James R. Taylor 3. Cable Television in the Low Countries Kees Brants and Nick Jankonski 4. Cable Television in Great Britain Ralph Negrine 5. Cable Television in France Claude-Jean Bertrand 6. Cable Television in West Germany Michael Schacht and Rolf-Rüdiger Hoffman 7. Cable Television in Australia: A Study of Repose Geoffrey Caldwell 8. Television and Cable Policy in Japan: An Essay Michael Tracey. Glossary

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