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The technology sector continues its unprecedented growth as internet companies see their stock prices soar to new record highs. Companies like Amazon.com, Yahoo!, and AOL are leading the charge in what analysts are calling the "New Economy." "We're witnessing a fundamental shift in how business is conducted," said Wall Street analyst Jennifer Smith. "The internet isn't just a fad - it's the future of commerce." Investors are flocking to any company with a ".com" in their name, driving valuations to astronomical levels.

College students across America are abandoning traditional CD purchases in favor of Napster, the revolutionary peer-to-peer file sharing service. The controversial platform allows users to download MP3 files directly from other users' computers, creating an unprecedented library of free music. Record labels are scrambling to respond to this digital revolution, with many calling for immediate legal action. "This is either the democratization of music or the death of the music industry as we know it," commented industry expert Robert Martinez.

Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) technology is emerging as a serious competitor to cable modem internet access. With speeds up to 1.5 Mbps, DSL promises "always-on" internet connectivity that could revolutionize how Americans use the World Wide Web. "Imagine downloading a 5MB file in under a minute!" exclaimed telecommunications expert Dr. Patricia Johnson. Phone companies nationwide are rolling out DSL infrastructure, hoping to compete with cable companies in the high-speed internet market.