[sizzle]

From what I've observed, the older, less technologically inclined generations struggle with quickly adapting to new technologies and appreciate the tried and true method of picking up the remote and clicking on a traditional cable/dish set top box and knowing it will "just work".

Hell, I have to constantly reteach my parents which buttons do what on a remote control, let alone navigating submenus. I think that when the millennial generation takes over, a larger majority of the population will understand technology better simply because they grew up understanding certain tech/UX paradigms that the older generations never needed to.

[prostoalex]

Frequently getting a TV + Internet bundle is cheaper than getting just a single Internet service, at least for "limited time" that could run into 2 years.

[giantrobothead]

I purchase a phone/cable/internet bundle from my provider and the price has held steady for the six years I've had it. In fact, the only increases have been when we've added services, like more HD channels, on-demand, etc.

Of course, the fact that they have a virtual monopoly on the cable TV business in my town probably has a lot to do with their pricing stability. The only competition they have is a satellite provider, and calling them "competition" is being a bit generous.