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1. More Channels
Although this one is pretty obvious I thought I would list it anyway. With regular cable packages you usually get less than 100 channels of programming. Even with Digital Cable you will only get around 200-300 without paying a fortune. With Satellite TV like Dish Network you can get hundreds upon hundreds of channels and pay the same amount as you would for basic cable.

2. Better Sports Programming
Cable Television often offers the basic sports channels ( ESPN, Comcast Sports Net, etc..) major …


These days, people are spending more and more time at their computer. Sites like YouTube have transformed the way we watch videos online. Many people are looking for ways to watch the programming they get with cable or satellite television online. Well now you can with My New Satellite TV. My New Satellite TV is a service that lets you receive up to 2500 different channels on your computer through the internet. You get all of the channels and broadcasts you get …


DirecTV has just posted a great video on their site that explains how the installation process works.  Installation is probably the most talked about aspect of Satellite TV.  The video isn’t meant to be a guide and doesn’t touch on any specifics, however it does explain the process pretty well and gives you a good idea of what to expect.  It also explains what you need to have ready for them.  Basically it says

>  Installation takes 2-5 hours
>  Make sure someone 18 years or older is home
>  The …


We Currently Recommend My New Satellite TV to watch Live NFL Games on Your PC.

This NFL Season, DirecTV is offering a new service and technology called Supercast. They are basically streaming all of the live games from their NFL Sunday Ticket directly on the Internet for subscribers to watch. NFL Sunday Ticket Subscribers can access this new feature through the DirecTV Website. This is a very cool feature and I actually completely overlooked it until a few days ago when I was browsing through …


With more and more people switching to Digital Television, the use of Video on Demand has been skyrocketing. VOD (short for Video on Demand) has been around for a few years on Cable, and has just recently become available on Satellite. Although Cable TV companies pioneered the technology that makes Video on Demand possible, Dish Network and DirecTV have recently announced that they will be offering the service.

Video On Demand allows a user to watch whatever shows they want, whenever they want. This technology allows the viewer to …


We get a lot of emails asking about the different packages DirecTV offers and how the pricing relates to the cost of each. Basically DirecTV offers 6 different plans each with unique channels and features. Because each of these packages are individually priced, it can be confusing when trying to choose the package thats right for you. We have broken down the 6 different packages and explored the features and price of each. As always, we recommend signing up for DirecTV service from the Official Website.


Many people who want broadband simply can’t get it. As the rural broadband crisis in America continues, there is an alternative to cable and DSL for those who either can’t receive these services or are looking to try something different. DirecTV’s has partnered up with Wild Blue internet service to offer broadband internet through a satellite connection to it’s subscribers. This means that now virtually anyone, anywhere in the US can have access to broadband Internet.

This is great news for many people who want to watch online …


Updated: July 28th 2009

Conclusion: If your looking for the lowest priced Satellite TV service out there, I recommend checking out Dish Network. With plans that start at just $9.99 a month, you can get all of the same channels as with cable or DirecTV but for much less. You can find out more and sign up for Dish Network here.

Every month, we receive a large amount of emails that ask  if it’s possible to get Free Satellite TV.  Many people have heard rumors that it is possible, …


Receiver Overview

The Dish 301 Receiver is DISH Network’s standard old receiver model. It has a low profile with a slim 2 inch thick design that is only 15 inches wide and 11 inches deep. Dish 301 provides all of the functions that any top of the line receiver has, these functions include: remote access to the DISH Network Electronic Programming Guide, V-Chip parental lock controls and automatic event timers. The chassis is compatible with virtually any entertainment center cabinet and is small enough …


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If you’re in the market for satellite television, there are two main players that you are probably looking at: DirecTV, and Dish Network. Both are completely viable, well-thought-out solutions that deliver the product that they promise. Both offer competitive home television solutions, good picture quality, and good customer support. In essence, both are services that are deserving of your consideration (and money).

However, we are blessed with a free market economy, where one product will always trump the …


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