What Is DIRECTV? DIRECTV is the nation's #1 digital satellite entertainment service provider. Using the most advanced satellite technology, they deliver access to more than 265 channels of programming to homes and businesses that have DIRECTV receiving equipment, which features a small satellite dish, a digital set-top receiver and a remote control. The DIRECTV service offers an incredible selection of entertainment for every member of the family - all in the digital-quality picture and sound that DIRECTV is known for. History When DIRECTV began in 1994, it was the first to deliver an all-digital, high-power, multi-channel TV programming service via an 18" satellite dish. With its national reach, DIRECTV continues to offer consumers a superior alternative to cable. As it has grown, it has contributed to the evolution of TV with its electronic program guide (EPG), digital video recorder (DVR) services, interactive features, HD programming and quality customer service. Content DIRECTV offers access to quality programming delivered to homes, airports, hotels, restaurants, hospitals, office buildings, airplanes, automobiles and portable electronics. It enhance its programming with interactive services like those in of exclusive NFL SUNDAY TICKET™ SuperFan package. DIRECTV even produces its own entertainment programming, Championship Gaming Series and others. Plus, the HDTV service gives you the most robust programming lineup in the US. Technology Many of DIRECTV's more than 7,000 employees operate the broadcast centers on the ground, monitor the satellites in space, place the set-top receivers into customers' homes and deliver industry-leading service and value. As an all-digital platform, it was the first to deliver an interactive on-screen program guide and pay per view ordering by remote control. DIRECTV innovations have led to five Emmy® Awards and hundreds of filings for US patents as it has introduced must-have technologies into the TV viewing experience. Service DIRECTV's commitment to customer service is unwavering. More than half of its employees primarily work to deliver the highest level of service to our customers, whether they call 1-800-DIRECTV, work with one of the installers or manage their accounts online at directv.com. DIRECTV wants its customers to rely on them to meet their needs effectively and professionally.