In the initial days people were not into much of watching television. The reason being there was nothing much to watch as the channels were limited in number and so were the programs being featured. The sound and picture quality was also bad. Then came the age of cable TV and the scenario changed for the better. The number of channels increased and new shows were introduced. The viewers liked watching those shows but not for a long time. After some time shows started getting repeated and the sound and picture quality was also not up to the mark. With the coming of DISH Network, things drastically changed and new age of entertainment began. This change completely revolutionized the way we look at television these days.

There are innumerable digital quality channels that feature countless number of shows and programs. The content of these shows are designed bearing in mind what the viewers generally prefer to watch. Right from toddlers to elders there are varieties of shows being aired on these channels. Besides numerous shows the subscribers also get to access different types of user-friendly features of Satellite TV.

Enjoy watching the best of the movies on movie channels like HBO, Showtime, Hallmark and Lifetime. Watching these movies through the blue-ray technology coupled with Dolby digital effect is an amazing experience. You need not have to rush to expensive movie theatres or nearest DVD parlors to watch your choicest movies. Be it romantic, comedy, thriller, horror, even timeless classics, you can watch different genres of movies. Even the kids can watch exciting movies on Disney channel.

For all you sports freaks DISH Network Satellite TV airs varieties of sports events and games on various sports channels. Such is the impact of HDTV that it will make you feel, you are actually sitting inside a stadium So don't be surprised if you suddenly see your favorite soccer player throwing the ball at you.

There are different types of talk shows and reality shows being featured and the viewers find a lot of interest watching these programs. The talk shows are not only entertaining but informative at the same time. There are different varieties of lifestyle shows aired that provide tips and ideas on how to renovate your home and renew your lifestyle in every possible way.

Talking about informative programs, there are some DISH Network Channels that air informative shows as well. The National Geographic and Discovery channels feature shows focusing on various exotic places, people and their customs and culture all over the world. The Science channel focuses on different types of inventions on the scientific fields. The viewers gather knowledge about the past historical events of all the periods from the History channel. The Animal Planet opens the door to provide information about the entire animal kingdom and kids have a wonderful time watching Animal Planet, besides watching Cartoon Network, Disney channel and Nickelodeon.

Satellite TV also offers different types of features for the viewers. The Electronic Programming Guide helps the viewers to keep a track of the all the shows being featured on different channels along with their timings. It comprises of a list that contains these details. The DVR records shows and programs for you which you can watch at your preferred time. All you need to do is set the timer and the DVR will start recording. With the Parental Control Lock you can block some of the show content or channels which you feel is inappropriate for your child. The Multi-screen feature enables you to view more than four programs on the same screen at the same time.