We have Directv but because we've had it so long we can not update and keep some of the features we like. We also can not get regular Fox network, PBS, or local channels. We do get major networks from both coasts and that is something we like and could not keep. They offer lots of packages but not one we like or need. There is some FCC crap in this and protection of local advertisers.
I'm experimenting with an external antenna. With all of these you need a direct line of sight. Mountains, thick walls, trees, an fat girls can block reception. I tried the neat little flat wall/window mount types with zero luck. We live in a canyon with mountains on three sides. A beautiful place to live but not to watch TV.
I got a cheap Chinese rotary unit and started with a T-post in the yard and got 5 chanels, encouraging. I moved it to 20' pole and get 3 channels? I don't know why. It can see a lot more than it did on the short post. Signals bouncing off of something? It is almost high enough now to get out through a saddle in the ridge above the house and get a clear shot to the mountain above Carson City about 35 miles away. I think it will have a line of site to several repeaters on it's next move. That will be near the top of my 40' wind generator tower. Hopefully no electrical interference. The big concern is the old guy one the windmill tower thing so I'm waiting for Spring so the ambulance can make it up the road.
A good thing about this antenna is that it has a signal booster built in and that power for the rotor motor goes through the coax. Also they claim you can use up to 2000 feet of coax! I'm using 150' now with a clear strong signal. If this one works I'll get a better quality one maybe.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/150-Mile-HDTV-1080p-Outdoor-Amplified-HD-TV-Antenna-Digital-UHF-VHF-FM-Radio-/173147189864?hash=item2850607268