Satellite TV is a great way to enjoy a great variety of television shows. In many cases it is cheaper than cable yet offers more programming choices. You can get your local channels over satellite TV and have it in more than one room, just like cable TV.
Satellite TV also has advantages over cable TV. You are getting a more direct broadcast rather than a repeatedly relayed signal, so your reception may be clearer. Satellite TV uses all digital technology, once again giving you clearer images.
You may be concerned that you cannot get satellite TV due to your location.
Stop worrying. You are more likely to be unable to get cable than you are to be unable to get satellite TV. All you need is a clear view of the southern sky. Even if you live in an apartment, you are likely to be able to receive satellite TV programming.
Another advantage is that you have more than one carrier to choose from. It is not uncommon to have only one cable company to choose from. This is simply a matter of infrastructure; it is too expensive for two companies to try to serve the same area, so true competition between cable companies rarely happens. With satellite, companies can offer nationwide service relatively easily, so they have incentive to make their services better than that of the competition.
Of course, there are only two main satellite TV companies: DirecTV and DISH Network. I advise you to compare both companies and figure out which has the best offerings for your particular needs.
