Americans may be a bit obsessed with television, but we are addicted to drama, comedy and reality TV and we are proud of it. With a selection of more than 260 channels, satellite television is the option for those who love to live vicariously through our televisions.

While not every household spends an average of four hours a day in front of the television, most of us do. Our obsession with keeping in touch with our favorite shows and characters means we need the best picture on the best TV, and DVR would be nice too.

The major cable TV providers have helped establish a long-standing monopoly on how households get access to channels that are broadcast across the country. After many lawsuits and new federal laws taking effect, cable TV companies are terrified of losing customers to satellite TV.

Rightly, then, they should be concerned; after all, the price of satellite TV for the features it offers seems so much better. The United States is now one of the first countries to build an extensive satellite television network in cyberspace. Another reason more people are turning to satellite TV is that there are so many more features for the price.

Satellite TV gives you access to almost every type of channel out there. From kids’ TV shows to sports packages, there’s something for every member of the family.

Children’s channels include Disney, Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network and Fox Kids. With a complete package and access to more than 260 channels, customers will have access to several dozen news channels, including CNN, CNN Worldwide, Fox News, BBC and more.

Premium movie channels are also included in some packages: HBO, Showtime, Cinemax, and Stars. Each network broadcasts a minimum of 9 channels each, delivering over 30 channels showing everything from the latest movies to the classics. Along with the movies, customers will also have access to popular original television series like Six Feet Under, The L Word, Entourage and Queer as Folk.

For history buffs and nature enthusiasts, satellite television offers a comprehensive source of channels that is unrivaled by cable companies. Included in most satellite TV packages are Animal Planet, Discovery Channel, Discovery Science, National Geographic, Animal Planet, and the History Channel, just to name a few.

Of course, TV shows aren’t the only thing satellite TV has to offer, packages also include satellite music stations ranging from classical to big band to modern alternative rock. Including satellite music with your plan means you don’t have to subscribe to a separate satellite music plan to get quality sound in your home.