What a Charter Takeover of Time Warner Means for Cable

The transcript discusses the conditions set by the Justice Department and FCC for the Charter merger, emphasizing the impact on online video services like Netflix. It highlights the future challenges for cable providers, with a focus on broadband and competition. The final steps for the merger's approval involve a vote by FCC commissioners.

What is one of the conditions imposed on Charter by the Justice Department?

• Charter must merge with Comcast.

• Charter cannot discourage programmers from selling to online video services.

• Charter must provide free cable TV to all customers.

• Charter must offer free internet to all customers.

How did Netflix respond to the Charter merger?

• Netflix remained neutral.

• Netflix opposed the merger.

• Netflix supported the merger.

• Netflix was unaware of the merger.

Which company was a leading skeptic of the Charter merger?

• Netflix

• Viacom

• Dish Network

• Comcast

What is a potential future trend for cable providers according to the transcript?

• A merger between all major cable providers.

• A decrease in online video consumption.

• A shift towards broadband programming outside traditional packages.

• Increasing reliance on traditional cable packages.

What is required for the Charter merger to be finalized?

• A merger with Netflix.

• A public vote.

• Approval from the President.

• Approval from three of the five FCC Commissioners.