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At some point papers realized that they could replace writers with a macro to typeset AP content and ads. (USA Today anyone?)

People figured out they could get the same AP content without the advertising through sites like news.google.com.

Now the papers are desperately trying to localize content so people will have a reason to pick up the local paper. But there is only so much they can wring out of last night's High School game scores.

Reeks of desperation to me.

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Some carriers cheaped-out on the cabling used for the local loop. This has a huge impact on whether the various types of DSL are practical in a given market.

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(Iff you drive.) On the way home tonight, if you drive the speed limit, what percentage of the cars will pass you?

Many people only obey laws to the extent that getting caught is inconvenient. As long as few people get caught torrenting, the traffic will increase.

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