Which of the following is NOT a major cable network company?

• A. Comcast Corp.
• B. Charter Communications
• C. AT&T
• D. Apple Inc.

Answer: (D)

Major cable network companies are those that operate the cable distribution system or own the large cable channels used to deliver TV over cable. Comcast runs the Xfinity service and owns NBCUniversal, giving both the distribution network and major channels. Charter Communications operates Spectrum, another large cable operator. AT&T is primarily a telecom provider and, while it has media properties, isn’t regarded as a main cable network operator. Apple Inc., on the other hand, does not own or operate a cable distribution network or major cable channels; it focuses on devices, software, and services. So Apple Inc. is the one that does not fit as a major cable network company.