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HDTV is the fastest-growing segment of the satellite TV market. Here's an overview of HDTV, plus where you can get the best deal on DIRECTV HDTV service. What is HDTV? HDTV (high definition TV) is a broadcast format that produces a sharper, clearer picture than the analog (over-the-air) TV broadcasts, or even regular digital TV (DTV) broadcasts. An HD image is so clear is almost seems real. Add to that the Dolby Digital sound that accompanies the picture, and you get a three-dimensional viewing experience that makes you feel like your part of the scene. In order to view HDTV you have to have an HD television, and you have to have access to a TV station or a satellite TV provider like DIRECTV that broadcasts high definition signals. What channels can I get on DIRECTV? DIRECTV currently has close to 100 HD TV channels with a variety of programming. In most areas of the country you can get the major network channels - ABC, CBS, NBC, and Fox - in high definition. If you're into movies you'll be pleased to know that all the major movie channels - HBO, Showtime, Cinemax, and Starz - are broadcast in HD. You can also get your news in HD with channels like CNBC and CNN. If you can't wait for you favorite movie to come on satellite TV, you can order a movie using DIRECTV's pay-per-view feature and watch it that day. No more having to get in your car and go to the video store to get a movie. Just point and click your remote, and you can watch a recently released movie in HD in the comfort of your home. Some of the more popular variety channels include The Discovery Channel, The History Channel, A&E (Arts and Entertainment), National Geographic, TBS, and TNT. There are a number of sports channels that broadcast football, baseball, basketball, hockey, tennis, soccer, and even cricket. Family channels include the Disney channel, Nickelodeon, Animal Planet, and Toon Disney. And there are even special interest channels like the Food Network, Home and Garden TV, and the Sci Fi channel. Where can I get the best deal on DIRECTV HDTV? Visit http://www.thesatellitetvguide.com/directv-hdtv.htm or click on the following link for more information on DIRECTV HDTV, plus where to get the best deal on their satellite TV service. You can also see their latest special offers and order their satellite TV service online. The author, Brian Stevens, is the senior editor for TheSatelliteTVGuide.com and has written a number of articles on DIRECTV HDTV.
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