RCN vs Comcast

[mrwrench.livejournal.com]

Hi all. Long-time listener, first-time caller.

I am moving to Davis Sq next month and am in the process of setting up my utilities.

Wondering if anyone has any insight into RCN vs Comcast for phone/cable/internet.

I saw some scattered posts on this topic in the archive, but none too recently.

Any help would be appreciated.

Comments

Re: RCN NOW Sucks!

[warlord-mit.livejournal.com]

Me too.
The SD (Standard Def) broadcasts are not encrypted, but the local HDs are definitely being encrypted. I don't know what the FCC says about that.

Re: RCN NOW Sucks!

[inkarn8.livejournal.com]

I think because they own their own cable line the FCC rules don't apply in the same way as stations being broadcasted through the public airwaves.

Re: RCN NOW Sucks!

[warlord-mit.livejournal.com]

Well, the FCC DOES require cable companies to carry local broadcast stations.

I just dont know what it says about encrypting them.