Hartstein's decision was made easier because of a flood of Internet streaming services that allows consumers to cobble together their own video packages. There are more than 100 Internet video services operating in the U.S., with at least 40 percent launching during the last two years, according to Dallas consulting firm Parks Associates.
From the article "Entertainment Industry Opens Arms To Cord Cutters" by The Los Angeles Times.
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