Cable Vs. Satellite Tv - Sifting Through The Ads

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Are you ready to get pay-TV service, but aren't sure how to find the best option? With satellite and cable TV providers both claiming to be the best, it can be difficult to sift through the advertisements. Ads are catchy, and often misleading. So, how do you know what is true and what is exaggerated?

The comparison between satellite and cable TV has been made over and over. Both services boast to offer superior picture quality, and both claim to be more affordable. Bright colors, moving logos, and smiling faces are used in commercials to tell us that satellite TV service is cheaper, and that cable TV is more convenient. Logic tells us that only one thing, be it a product, service or idea, can truly be the best. In order to sift through the advertising clutter, you must look at the facts. There are many benefits to both services, but only one deserves your subscription.

First, consider your current living situation. If you don't own your home, you may not even be able to get satellite television. Satellite dishes require drilling and mounting, which can cause permanent damage to the roof of your home. For this reason, many renters cannot get permission from their landlords to install satellite TV. As for apartment dwellers, satellite TV is next to impossible. Unless your unit has a balcony that happens to be facing South, satellite TV is probably not an option for you.

Cable TV, on the other hand, is available in most apartment buildings. If you don't own your home, you can easily get cable television without making your landlord upset. The installation process is much less invasive, and the equipment is less aesthetically displeasing.

When it comes to television, the most important factors are programming and cost. If you can't watch the channels you like, or if you can't afford the service, you are with the wrong TV provider. Both cable and satellite TV offer hundreds of channels, including local programming. The main difference you'll notice is that most satellite TV providers charge an extra fee for local channels, whereas cable service includes local content at no additional cost.

In terms of price, satellite TV companies tend to favor low introductory rates that can double, or even triple, after the initial six month period ends. Cable providers also offer cheap rates, but the rates start low, and stay low. You might be hard-pressed to find cable TV for $9.99 per month, but you will enjoy a steady, low, no surprises monthly rate that won't skyrocket after a couple of months. If you are like most Americans, and want high speed Internet and phone service, cable companies offer bundles that satellite providers just can't compete with. By consolidating three services onto one monthly bill, you will save money and simplify your life.


About the Author:
Taylor Jensen writes about Time Warner Cable, is considered an expert in the field of cable TV, HD TV, DVR technology, and has published hundreds of articles informing consumers about what to look for when consideringTime Warner Cable TV service for your home.



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