Did Netflix change how we watch movies?
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Did Netflix change how we watch movies?
Imagine you want to watch a movie, but it's not in your local store. You could wait weeks for a DVD or pay extra for late fees.
Netflix offered a solution by sending DVDs directly to your home, eliminating late fees and waiting times. The technical term for this is "DVD-by-mail service."
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Instead of waiting for a DVD to arrive at the store, Netflix sent one to your house within days.
Remember this
Netflix revolutionized movie rentals by providing instant access to movies without the need for physical stores.
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