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Dick, who's never figured out computers, decides it's time to get plugged in. He discovers e-mail and the internet, and withdraws completely from the physical world, relying on take-out food, chat rooms, and live video feeds, and shutting out people, fresh air, and sunlight. When Mary tries to drag him away, he knocks over a Big Gulp cup, shorting out his system. Venturing outside to find the fuse box, Dick realizes that his computer wasn't keeping him connected to the world -- it was keeping him separated. Sally and Tommy go to buy a new TV set, but the more they learn about the available technology, the less satisfied they are with each purchase they make, until they've upgraded themselves into near-bankruptcy. Sadder but wiser, they return their expensive audiovisual equipment to the store. Also, Harry's all for trying to have a baby with Vicki, until the whole medical-science part of it makes it impossible for him to get in the mood. He tells Vicki it's the natural way or no way, a

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  • Originally Aired March 16, 1999
  • Runtime 25 minutes
  • Content Rating United States of America TV-PG
  • Production Code 417
  • Network NBC
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Name Type Role
David Goetsch Writer
Jason Venokur Writer
Jake Thomas Guest Star
Richard McGonagle Guest Star
Christopher Newman Guest Star
John Hudy Guest Star
Terry Hughes Director