I have questions!

1. I have Verizon FIOS. TV and FIOS are HD. They used their 5 wire to connect the set top box to the TV. Someone told me I will get a better picture with HDMI cables? Then why didn't Verizon put those in?

2. I just ordered a home theater system (woo hoo!) I am told I will need 2 HDMI cables: one from the TV to the receiver and one from the set top box to the receiver. Basically, one is going to replace the Verizon 5 wire. I can not connect the theater system until I buy at least ONE cable. Since when do you buy something and it does not come with all the needed stuff?

3. Seems I will do best with a high speed 1.4 cable. I only need 1 meter in length, as everything is close together in my entertainment center.