DirecTV Looks to Cash in on Video Games

July 15, 2007 By GARY GENTILE, AP Business Writer

(AP) -- Four race cars barrel down a virtual track, jostling for position. Announcers shout their commentary over growling engines until a winner speeds past a checkered flag.

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