Weighing In - Cable TV Vs. Satellite TV

So many channels, so little time. If you've looked through the offers in your mail lately, you've probably had cable companies and tv-vs-satellite-tv/index.html">satellite TV companies wooing you with their television channel subscription services. So how do you decide which to pick? Here's a little guide to help you through the process.

Price – The typical price for a basic cable service tends to be better, but satellite TV companies can give you more for your money. Even the low-end satellite TV packages will give you about three times the number of channels to watch.

Equipment – For those who like it simple, cable is best. You don't need additional equipment. Satellite TV subscribers must have a converter box, a remote, and a satellite dish to install.

Accessibility – Cable TV loses here. Some areas even in highly populated urban areas have limited cable channel access.

Programming Selection – Both cable and satellite TV offer a wide variety of television programming to satiate your viewing fix. With hundreds of channels to choose from, you'll simply have to find the package which suits your needs best.