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12:03 PM, Oct 21, 2008 • By GARY ANDRES

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I still remember when parents worried their kids watched too much TV. Never mind. The Internet solved that problem.

Pew released an interesting new report this week called "Networked Families," exploring how technology affects family communications and lifestyles. It looks at how the proliferation of cell phones, computer ownership and broadband access impacts our daily lives.

One of the most fascinating parts of the study focuses on how increased Internet usage decreases television viewership, with the largest drop among adults 18-29 years old:

Most internet users say that the internet has not changed the amount of time they spend with friends, with family, and attending social events or activities. However, 25% of online adults say that the internet has decreased the amount of time they spend watching television. Especially among younger adults the importance of television has diminished while the internet has gained enhanced importance.

You can view the entire Pew report here.

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