Canada's Shaw Communications Combines VoD with Internet Ordering/Control

Shaw Cablesystems launched a new cable video-on-demand service that uses an Internet-based customer interface to control the two-way cable service. Customers access Shaw On Demand's online ordering system through a secure Shaw web site There they can browse the library of available content, view full motion movie trailers and previews, and place their orders. Within seconds of initiating their order, their selection is available for a 24-hour viewing period through the Shaw Digital Terminal on their home television. The company believes it is the first North American MSO to integrate such Internet functionality into its two-way digital cable network. Shaw also announced availability of HDTV service in its Edmonton cable network.
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