How is satellite TV different from cable TV?
Key differences lie in price/cost, quality, and program chocies. Cost. While satellite TV rates have been coming down in recent years due to competition between satellite TV providers, cable rates have increased an average of 8.2% a year. The current cost for the least expensive satellite TV program package is $20 per month compared an average of $40 per month for cable TV. Basic cable typically costs $37 a month for 64 channels, plus $11 a month to add a few digital channels. Installation in one room is $40, plus $10 for each additional room. In terms of quality, satellite TV provides 100% digital picture and sound whereas, many cable TV providers are still using outdated analog technology. Thirdly on choice, satellite TV offers more channels than cable TV – up to 350 channels with more HD programs.
