I'll jump on the pro-DirecTV bandwagon. I had it for just over 2 years in Corpus with no problems (even with the thunderstorms). The DVR worked like a champ and I'm really curious to hear more about the linking of the set-top boxes. When I moved to DC, I just cancelled my service and pledged that I was not switching to another provider. There was no hassle or other problems. When I come back to a permanent residence I'll get it again.