1.   The country has three major network television stations, plus one independent station.

2.   Also, the networks will be able to syndicate television shows to independent stations, an important source of income.

3.   An independent station, Capital Radio, promptly appeared on the air and attracted listeners with its lively music.

4.   As for broadcasters, the ruling mainly helps small independent stations, which were vulnerable to being removed from cable systems.

5.   At the same time, foreign officials say, some of the five independent stations are being harassed by local officials.

6.   According to Texaco Inc. gasoline pricing is often in the hands of independent station owners.

7.   But smaller companies and the remaining independent stations will probably find it ever harder to compete, and the number of owners in the industry is likely to decrease.

8.   But they will also give independent stations some new programming alternatives to old movies and sitcom reruns.

9.   Citing concern about the viability of independent stations and an uncertain impact on the video industry, the NTIA suggested delaying actual repeal of the rule for five years.

10.   Eventually, viewers in some cities will get their local WB, UPN and independent stations.