Do I need cable TV?

We all are familiar with youTube, Hulu, and a host of other video streaming websites. With the shift of everything being done on computers, cable TV could soon be a thing of the past. This article (http://www.rustybrick.com/Hulu-Netflix-YouTube-Killing-Traditional-Cable-TV.html) gives some insight to that possiblity. Check it out to see if you might need to reconsider your current setup.

I personally agree. I am right now in the process of setting up my home PC on my LCD. With all the possibilities of video content, I may soon decide to drop cable TV.

XM radio's possible demise

Thinking of getting XM radio? I personally think it's a great idea, but if you're not interested in switching over to Sirius later, then you might want to reconsider. This article (money.cnn.com/2006/07/26/commentary/mediabiz/index.htm) discusses the sales hit XM has taken recently, and their future is looking pretty grim. Check out the link for the details.

I know they have a deal with GM, in which XM is included in many of their new model vehicles. And I've seen people that wouldn't have previously purchased the service come to enjoy it and continue with it when the trial period is over. Hopefully this will help them out.

Google on your brain

I recently read an article, Google on your brain (http://money.cnn.com/2006/07/26/technology/futureoftech_kirkpatrick.fortune/index.htm). The article discusses how in the near future we will be personally connected to the internet through a microcomputer. Every individual will have instant access to copious amounts of data, readily available anywhere on the internet. It is quite interesting. Check it out in the link above.

One aspect of the article mentions that if this were to happen, we would not have the need to learn a second language. I personally do not agree with this. I don't care how advanced the technology may come, "knowledge is power" is only valid if you personally have that knowledge, not just access to it.