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We can answer all your questions about DIRECTV and Dish Network.

Ask Satellite was created to give satellite TV consumers the knowledge and resources to make the most informed decisions possible. We'll arm you with the knowledge you'll need to make the best choice for you! We offer the up-to-the minute information on the latest offers from Dish Network and DirecTV, as well as a resources section that we hope covers every aspect of the Satellite TV experience, from shopping to ordering to programming, from the basement to the TV to the dish up top!

Choosing the right satellite TV provider for you is a decision that no one takes lightly. But sifting through the mountain of information can be time consuming if not overwhelming. That's why we put so much work into compressing the most research into the fewest possible words. We know your time is valuable, and let's face it: you'd rather be watching your 250 channels than reading this web page.

Whichever provider you go with, your purchase will reward you and your family with countless choices and hours of satellite TV enjoyment. If your mind is not yet made up on which of the two providers is right for you, please browse through our numerous articles and guides. If you've got a question, AskSatellite has the answer.

For those who have already done the heavy lifting and made their decision about which satellite TV provider to go wth, you can proceed with your order by clicking the DirecTV or Dish Network buttons below. Both are eager to take your order today so that you can have an installer at your home tomorrow. What are you waiting for?

DIRECTV transmits digital satellite signals to households across the United States as well as Latin America. For subscribers in Alaska & Hawaii, these subscribers must maintain a different type of satellite dish.
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Dish Network offers its subscribers a large package base to choose from. With local programming only an additional $5 a month and no additional equipment required to view this programming, subscribers are happy to maintain their neighborhood broadcasts.
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As a television viewer, we recognize the importance of having local channel programming. With a new satellite TV subscription, the importance and ease of finding a provider who offers local channel programming is atop a priority list for new subscribers.
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Which satellite tv deal is the right one for you? Are you looking for exclusive channels like the NFL Sunday Ticket on DirecTV, or the HDTV-specialized programming of Dish Network? The are just two examples of the many options that enter into a complicated decision that faces any consumer looking to purchase their first... more.