[cma-l] Free satellite TV service begins

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A free-to-view satellite television and radio service from the BBC and
ITV is being launched across the UK.

Freesat is available to 98% of homes, including those that are unable
to receive Freeview through a TV aerial.

Freesat will carry 80 digital TV and radio channels, including free
high definition programmes, with that number due to rise to 200 by the
end of 2008.

Users will make a one-off payment for a dish, set-top box and
installation, but will not pay a monthly subscription.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/7384928.stm