1.   However, everyone is increasing channel capacity, and both approaches are likely to reach the same conclusion.

2.   Also, the service has little channel capacity and is perceived by many industry experts as a nonstarter.

3.   Also, Nextel could speed up its current transition from analog technology to digital with the acquisition of more channel capacity, analysts said.

4.   And yet most cable operators have indicated they would prefer to use digital technology to expand the channel capacity of their networks.

5.   As the channel capacity of cable operators expands, they will be able to accommodate local broadcasters without booting any cable programs.

6.   At their root, the rules say that cable operators generally must devote up to a third of their channel capacity to carrying signals from local broadcast stations.

7.   But Gerbrandt said that any expansion of channel capacity will help the networks.

8.   But the new Prime Star would still not have as much channel capacity as the competing DirecTV and A Sky B services.

9.   Cable companies are fully aware that carrying more channels will give them a clear edge and are racing to catch up on channel capacity.

10.   Cable companies say digital TV, which is just around the corner, will multiply channel capacity from dozens to hundreds.