Are we ready for the analog-to-digital switch?

Digital broadcasting will deliver a better picture and give viewers more channels while freeing up frequencies for use by emergency services, according to the federal government.

Those currently getting their television via cable or satellite dish will be unaffected. People who have newer television sets with digital tuners will be fine, too.

Anyone with an older TV set using rabbit ears or a rooftop antenna will have to get a digital converter box which retail for about for $60, and the government is providing coupons worth $40 toward their purchase. To get a coupon each home is allowed two go to www.dtv2009.gov or call 1-888-DTV-2009.