Seems to me it didn't cost subscribers to get the channel to where MSNBC was moved. Perhaps this is when they had the revelation to turn off the TV and use the internet? LOL!
MSNBC was available only to subscribers with the full basic service, so those who have the limited basic service would not have noticed because they never had the channel.
Those who have full basic service can now get one free cable box which will give them access to channels 83 and 185, where MSNBC has been moved, said Elaine Lunkes, Comcast's director of community and commercial development.