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Evolution of Broadcasting Networks: From Copper Wire to Satellite Signals

Explore the historical transition in broadcasting networks from copper wire to satellite signals, impacting terrestrial and cable/satellite networks. Learn about the evolution and significance of radio and TV networks like NBC, CBS, ABC, and more.

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Evolution of Broadcasting Networks: From Copper Wire to Satellite Signals

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  1. Some media terms

  2. Network Round Robin

  3. Network • Originally copper telephone wire from city to city • Replaced by coaxial cable • Replaced by microwave links • Replaced by satellite

  4. Network • Original Radio Networks • NBC Red, NBC Blue, CBS, Mutual • Original TV Networks • NBC, CBS, ABC, DuMont • Contemporary (Terrestrial) TV Networks • NBC, CBS, ABC, PBS, Fox

  5. Terrestrial Broadcaster • “On the earth” • Transmits from an antenna • Received by an antenna

  6. Terrestrial Broadcasters • Network “affiliates” • Paid by the networks to deliver eyeballs • Network “Owned & Operated” • Independents

  7. Superstations • Used satellite technology to uplink their signals • Sold the signals to cable operators for re-transmission • WTBS, WGN, WWOR, etc.

  8. Cable/Satellite Networks • Only available through a cable or satellite provider • Not over the air • Discovery, NatGeo, MTV, ESPN, Biography, CMT, etc. • Some are “premium” channels • HBO, Cinemax, Playboy • Some are “pay-per-view”

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