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We’ve mentioned Sling TV many times in our blogs, and it’s even showcased on our website. It’s a great alternative to watching your favorite channels without having to continue with cable. But what exactly is Sling TV, and what is offered with its subscription?

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The post-cable or satellite options can be overwhelming. Should you dig your old rabbit ear antenna out of the attic? Should you buy a new HDTV antenna to watch TV? And what’s this streaming thing everyone’s been talking about?

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As the weather turns cold, more and more people will start spending their days indoors watching TV to pass the time. And with the long winter season quickly approaching in Minnesota, now is the perfect time to start thinking about other TV-viewing options.

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So you’ve chosen to get rid of your cable package altogether. Now what? If your household is like many others, odds are, your internet and cable is bundled into one package with your cable company. This means you already have internet flowing to your home while you still pay the bill. However, if you only pay for cable and not internet and don’t own an internet router, you probably do not have internet access in your home.

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Contrary to popular belief, TV antennas aren’t a thing of the past. In fact, as more and more people are choosing to get rid of cable and satellite, they’re installing various types of antennas in their homes.

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In the last decade, we have begun to see a rise in the use of TV antennas. They have become increasingly popular with the steady decline of cable TV. High cable costs and spotty satellite service have been the driving factors of Twin Cities metro residents dumping their cable companies and switching to antenna.

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Oftentimes, people have realized they’re overpaying for their cable service and underusing it, but they don’t want to cut the cord because they’ll lose their favorite sports channels like ESPN and Fox Sports. If you’ve been contemplating getting rid of cable, we’re here to tell you that there are options available that can allow you to watch your team’s games without paying the outrageous cable price.

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Is your cable bill one of those unwanted stressors that is weighing you down each month? Just in the last year, millions of Americans opted to end their contracts with their cable providers.

You may have heard of your friends, neighbors, or relatives cutting their cable cords recently, however, this can be a difficult decision to make. How will you still be able to watch your favorite TV shows? Digital TV antennas, streaming devices, and Wi-Fi streaming services are all excellent ways to ditch cable and stay on top of the action.

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If you’re thinking of getting rid of cable in your home, there is quite a bit of information to learn, especially if you still want to keep your internet for streaming purposes. How much is a typical internet package? Is internet easy to set up in your home? If you’ve asked yourself the following questions when contemplating getting rid of cable, Cable Alternatives is here to help.

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As cutting the cable cord is becoming a popular option for saving money, understanding which streaming options are right for you can seem complicated. Without the right guidance, some people find themselves paying too much for their streaming bills. To be able to watch your favorite channels, shows, and movies, and to avoid a high monthly bill, use the following tips to find a streaming service that fits your budget.

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