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Famous do-it-yourselfers Kevin O'Connor (left) and Norm Abram of This Old House offer digital television how-to guidance and tips to ensure that viewers across America are prepared to successfully make the switch to digital television in their homes before the analog shutoff in February 2009.

Get Ready for Digital TV

Featuring how-to guidance and tips to ensure that viewers are prepared to make the switch to digital television before the analog shutoff in February 2009.

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The Story of India - Sixty years after India secured independence, Michael Wood sets out on an epic journey "over 10,000 years and 10,000 miles" to uncover the fabulous sights and sounds, the dazzling achievements and the dramatic history of an ancient, prosperous and influential civilization. Pictured: Michael Wood looking out over Varanasi waterfront.

The Story of India

Join historian Michael Wood as he explores the history of India, uncovering the fabulous sights, dramatic history and dazzling achievements.

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The WETA Mystery

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WETA All Access

Go behind-the-scenes inside Washington's landmark places and organizations.

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DTV: Are You Ready?

Find out if you'll be affected by the digital transition on February 17, 2009.
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WETA National Productions

For more than four decades, WETA has been a top producer of programs for PBS, creating exceptional television for viewers nationwide including The NewsHour with Jim Lehrer, Washington Week and documentaries by Ken Burns.
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The Emmy Award-winning READING RAINBOW takes young viewers on adventures that stimulate their interest in reading for pleasure and entertainment.

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