91.   But key deals to expand viewership over cable systems such as those owned by Tele-Communications Inc. have not been signed.

92.   But so far, the company has not lined up any cable systems to carry it.

93.   But Parsons also indicated that the company could reduce debt by selling a minority interest in the cable systems owned by the parent company.

94.   But the Fox news channel faces a difficult time finding distribution on cable systems that are already overcrowded.

95.   But the hotel was unable to get the ringing-in on its cable system.

96.   But the cable systems have agreed to carry new cable channels started by the broadcast networks, and to pay the customary fees for any cable-only programming.

97.   But the company remains committed to finding a buyer for its cable systems in any case, he added.

98.   But the day when people can choose their service between local phone companies and competing cable systems may be delayed for years in many places, forestalling price cuts.

99.   But Time Warner could ultimately be a powerful contender in New York, given that its cable systems already serve one million subscribers in the city.

100.   By law, cable systems are required to air most broadcast TV stations in a market.