How do I duplicate at home this absolutely perfect pineapple salsa I just found? [more inside]
posted by joshrholloway on Sep 21, 2009 - 9 answers

Should I stick with DirecTV or switch to Dish? OR: Can I get DirecTV to upgrade my receiver for free? [more inside]
posted by chndrcks on Sep 16, 2009 - 10 answers

The house I'm renting has a satellite dish up on the roof, and I'm pretty sure I know where the wall-plug for it is indoors. What kind of equipment and cables would I need to do/buy to easily (and importantly, cheaply) access satellite TV and watch it on my television set? I'm in Australia, if that matters.
posted by Effigy2000 on Jul 23, 2009 - 8 answers

So a friend of mine asked me a question about the new Star Trek movie. (probable spoilers inside) [more inside]
posted by sourbrew on May 13, 2009 - 15 answers

Where can I find a list of foods that originated in the United States? [more inside]
posted by wastelands on Feb 3, 2009 - 23 answers

Cat fanciers: is there a convenient way to keep dried bits of food from getting on the wall next to the cat food dishes? [more inside]
posted by kosmonaut on Jan 22, 2009 - 10 answers

I'm a Comcast customer is looking to expand my TV horizons. [more inside]
posted by bamassippi on Jan 5, 2009 - 10 answers

What are these (dishware) chickens? [more inside]
posted by nat on Dec 10, 2008 - 9 answers

Is the fact that I really like eating the banchan more than the meal at my local Korean restaurant looked at as odd? [more inside]
posted by oflinkey on Nov 18, 2008 - 18 answers

I need cable/internet. Should I go with Comcast, DirectTV, or DISH Network? [more inside]
posted by decrescendo on Oct 15, 2008 - 25 answers

We're contemplating moving into a house with no built-in dishwasher... without which we cannot live! What are your impressions of portables? What are good some good brands, and are there any caveats to hooking them up that we should be aware of?
posted by TheNewWazoo on Jun 10, 2008 - 21 answers

I want a pet rock for my cubicle. Obtaining the rock isn't a problem, however I also want a mini water dish for it. Don't ask. Anyone know where I could obtain a 1" or so pet water dish?
posted by hungrysquirrels on May 16, 2008 - 21 answers

How can I fix a peeling soap dish in my tile? [more inside]
posted by acoutu on Apr 20, 2008 - 12 answers

Dish Network Vs. DirectTV Vs. Uverse (from those who've had two or more) [more inside]
posted by monkeybutt on Mar 17, 2008 - 0 answers

How do I clean my non stick pans? [more inside]
posted by stormygrey on Jul 18, 2007 - 14 answers

I have just moved from Berkeley, CA to Austin, TX and have to move my TV service with me. We were using DirecTV in Berkeley and I was perfectly happy with my (hacked) HR10-250 HD TiVo unit. Now I am faced with a choice. D*, cable or Dish? What service do I go with if I want to have TiVo and HD? I seem to be screwed in one way or another. More inside... [more inside]
posted by JLobster on Jun 29, 2007 - 5 answers

I have a Dish Network satellite dish + satellite receiver that I never returned after I cancelled my contract with them. What cool things can I do with it? [more inside]
posted by kdar on Jun 28, 2007 - 5 answers

Can my landlord prohibit me from installing a satellite dish on my apartment's property? [more inside]
posted by soonertbone on May 17, 2007 - 36 answers

I need help with crafting a multi-dwelling (Condo) solution for TV and/or Internet service [more inside]
posted by twiggy on Apr 30, 2007 - 3 answers

Feedmyfamilyforaweekfilter: Now that we finished the lasagna, what other full meal sorts of dishes can I make in my big glass lasagna pan? [more inside]
posted by thirteenkiller on Mar 2, 2007 - 40 answers

Can I view the closed caption information on my plasma monitor which is hooked up to my dish network receiver? [more inside]
posted by jlub on Jan 29, 2007 - 5 answers

I have Dish Network and my DVR has a USB port on the back. Is there a way to transfer programming from the DVR to my laptop? What is needed to make this happen?
posted by crapples on Jan 24, 2007 - 4 answers

Greeks and Greek-Americans: what happened with Mega Cosmos on Dish? Are they moving to cable or to a different satellite company, or are they simply not going to be available in the US any more? This sucks.
posted by evariste on Dec 2, 2006 - 18 answers

What's better...DirectTV or Dish Network? [more inside]
posted by ryecatcher on Oct 10, 2006 - 22 answers

NewHomeFilter: I have a few questions about moving into my first new condo. I'm on a budget and green to the process with questions about: furniture (where to get), TV service (see inside), and lots... [more inside]
posted by twiggy on May 11, 2006 - 14 answers

Can I use a Direct TV dish as the antenna for my Sirius receiver? [more inside]
posted by poppo on Jan 9, 2006 - 12 answers

Dish Network or DirecTV? Which plan? [more inside]
posted by bh on Dec 4, 2005 - 14 answers

Anyone have any experience with Dish Network's International selection? [more inside]
posted by RavinDave on Nov 22, 2005 - 7 answers

I'm looking into signing up for DirecTV, mostly for the free/cheap Tivo. I've checked out the PVRBlog, Matt's recommendation seems to be go through OrbitSat, I've also been referred there before from others, but they no longer deal with DirecTV. Google is full of linkfarm results for the same 3 or 4 online retailers, by instinct I don't want to give them my business. Does anyone have any recommendations for online retailers for DirecTV? I'm looking for a 2 room system, with a single DVR, and Triple LNB, for as cheap as possible.
posted by TuxHeDoh on Sep 9, 2004 - 4 answers