Well Rick for the ultimate nightmare, you could spring about 300 dollars (CDN.) for a new "ATI All In Wonder Pro" video card with built in TV tuner.

You replace it with your generic video card, and attach your cable TV outlet to the Cable IN port, and you have Mudcat on screen, and, at the same time (minimized if you prefer) a small "TV" screen up in the corner of your monitor screen. You can truly watch TV, and be on Mudcat at the same time, all on the same monitor!

Scarey eh?