I have Time Warner cable for my internet and TV. I purchase the top tier for my internet which seldom hits advertised bandwidth even though I pay a premium for it. Now there seems to be a very real threat to their monopoly. I have searched for better options but have found none in my area yet. But in Kansas there is a very real option...

http://www.businessinsider.com/heres-what-google-fiber-is-like-2012-11