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Originally Posted by MikeB1972
Interestingly the overwhelming response of the TV watching public was "Meh". Admittedly digital TV's had been out for a while so it wasn't brand new kit being obsoleted, but the parallels are there.
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There was little fuss because it was very well managed. Also, by the time the analogue switchoff happened (region by region), 'set-top' boxes were widely available and cheap (ca £30). There was also special provision of free equipment and help with installation for the elderly and disabled.