cable TV providers said Tuesday they had resolved a technology dispute. Analysts and industry representatives hailed the deal as a breakthrough in the quest to offer TV viewers more Web-like interactivity, in many cases without the need for bulky cable set-top boxes and remote controls. The agreement could lead to a slew of new interactive services, such as personalized programming guides, customized news and sports tickers, live on-screen chats during TV shows and far more video-on-demand options.
