Satellite and aerial TV service

Extensive research indicates that "Satellite and aerial TV service" is not the official name of a single, specific corporation. Instead, it is a descriptive category for a type of business. This industry includes thousands of local independent installers as well as major multinational corporations (e.g., Dish Network, Sky Group, DirecTV) that offer television services. These companies provide the equipment (satellite dishes, aerials, receivers) and subscription-based access to a wide range of television channels delivered through satellite or over-the-air broadcasts. Their history is tied to the expansion of broadcast and satellite technology for home entertainment since the mid-20th century.