This week saw the launch of La 2 Cat, RTVE's Catalan-language channel, which is still operating at half speed and will gradually incorporate programs. It remains to be seen whether it will be able to compete with TV3 in the process, especially considering the two clearly opposing editorial lines. While 3 Cat remains obsessed with providing entertainment that captures young audiences, with erratic results, La 2 Cat seems to be betting on a public service based on dissemination, with absolutely conventional content and such a low budget that creative possibilities are very limited. Furthermore, the deficiencies in lighting and sound systems make the overall result even more precarious.