What was the first cable channel to operate in the United States? Correct
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HBO, also known as Home Box Office, was the first cable channel to operate in the United States. Launched on November 8, 1972, HBO revolutionized television by providing subscribers with access to commercial-free movies, specials, and original programming. While ESPN, MTV, and C-SPAN are all significant cable channels in their own right, HBO holds the distinction of being the pioneering cable channel in the U.S., setting the stage for the premium cable television industry and transforming how audiences consumed entertainment content at home.
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