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When Wire Was King: The Transformation of Communications
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When Wire Was King: The Transformation of Communications

Today, our reliance on satellite, cable, wireless and telephony methods for commerce, technology, entertainment, travel, health and all societal interaction are so complete that if the plug were pulled, our nation and the world would likely collapse.This documentary puts the telecommunications revolution into historical context, demonstrating the importance of understanding our digital ecosystem.

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