We have had DirecTV for years and really like it as well, (even though it sure has creaped up in price over the years!). Like Peggy said, if you have the HD receiver, you can record 2 shows while watching another that has been prerecorded. We virtually NEVER watch anything that we haven't recorded - except the news (so we can fast forward through commercials when necessary!).

We've set up both our Custom Favorite lists with different themes, so we can see only those channels which interest us.

My Dad has Dish Network, and I guess maybe it's what one gets used to, but I don't like it at all! I have tried to get used to his program guide, and just can't get my arms around it!