GabeU, you wrote " HughesNet recommends against connecting satellite TV receivers to their service because of the amount of data those receivers can use, even if you never watch anything On Demand." Does HughesNet state this somewhere on their website or in their terms of service? Dish says "DISH has partnered with leading internet providers across the US to give you the best available service where you live. Our partners offer satellite, fiber, cable, DSL, and wireless internet options that may be right for you. Internet speeds and availability are different for every address, so call to speak with a specially-trained sales agent who can connect you with the best internet solution." When we inquired about their internet bundle, Dish told us we needed to work with HughesNet directly. Have you any suggestions of how to use Dish TV without connecting to the Hughes service?
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