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Discusses the advent of digital television in Australia and what impact it will have on broadcasting and communication in general. Digital TV broadcasts to begin in 2001; Belief of Jim Blomfield of News Broadcasting Australia that it will revolutionize the business world; The concept of convergence, the merging of telecommunications, computing and entertainment; Services offered by digital TV to consumers as well as businesses; Series of digital-driven alliances and mergers beginning in 1999.

The article reports on a software problem that causes LG digital televisions (TV) to freeze in Australia. According to LG, 17 different models with an integrated digital tuner are affected. The serial numbers and models of the infected televisions are listed. The things to do when an LG TV freezes are provided.

Presents information on the implementation of digital television in Australia in early 2001. How most Australians will not have the equipment to receive digital TV; Federal government allowing the television broadcasters to continue offering analog transmission until after 2008; Description of digital TV equipment; How it will be able to offer enhanced services and datacasting.

Presents information on the efforts of the Australian government to manage the introduction of digital television in Australia. Prime Minister John Howard's government giving the free-to-air networks free and exclusive rights to digital broadcasting to 2008; Leftover spectrum to be auctioned to new operators; companies that are planning to take part in any auction; Price of the extra spectrum.