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For the first time ever, HBO will be available for customers who don’t have cable in 2015. This is great news for fans of shows like Game of Thrones, The Leftovers, Silicon Valley, Veep, and Girls. However, HBO’s offer also reeks of desperation. This transparent grab for extra income is indicative of how television is struggling to keep pace with the internet.