2004 – Control Your TV is launched by the National Cable Television Association (NCTA) and Cable in the Classroom as a commitment to working with families on the content of cable programming. Visit Control Your TV’s website »

2002 – Producing 100% original programming, Fine Living was launched in March 2002 as a source for information and entertainment in five lifestyle categories: adventure, personal space, favorite things, transport, and fine living. Visit Fine Living’s website »

2001 – Cable companies announced that they would make available, at no extra charge, channel blocking technology for customers, providing a positive viewing experience for families.

1999 – Regulation of upper-tier prices for major cable companies ceased.

1999 – AT&T acquired TCI Corporation and MediaOne, making the company the largest cable operator in the US until it sold its cable business to Comcast in 2002.

1998 – Distributed by Discovery Networks beginning in 1998, BBC America brings award-winning television to its audience with comedies, dramas, life-changing makeovers, and news with a global perspective. Visit BBC America’s website »

1983 – Country Music Television reached more than 7.5 million viewers and was the number one country music network at its launch in 1983. In addition to world premiere videos, CMT carries original programming, specials, live concerts, and other unique events. Visit CMT’s website »

1979 – C-SPAN was launched in March 1979, as a non-profit company dedicated to public service. The network’s mission is to provide public access to the political process. C-SPAN receives no government subsidy and its operations are funded by fees charged to cable and satellite affiliates that carry C-SPAN programming. Visit C-SPAN’s website »