DIRECTV is an American direct broadcast satellite service provider that provides digital television to commercial as well as residential clients of the United States with hundreds of channels in many packages. However, a typical question many people ask is- Is there internet service included with DIRECTV? No, DIRECTV does not offer home internet service; however, they offer bundles with AT&T internet service which can be a more convenient option for customers. But they are not directly affiliated with all of them and they do have relationships with some of the Internet providers.
Unlike many of its competitors, when you decide to subscribe for the DIRECTV satellite television service it does not come with home internet service. DIRECTV is a satellite TV provider and it has no internet service for homes and businesses. But if you wanted a home internet connection at the same company, you had to subscribe to one from one of their affiliates.
That being said, DIRECTV does understand that many of its clients may also require cable at their homes. That is why they have contracts with some main providers of internet connection to supply them together with their companies. The two main internet service providers that are in the region include AT&T Internet and CenturyLink.
AT&T Internet
Let us note that DIRECTV is an affiliated company of AT&T. This is true because so many DIRECTV packages offer the opportunity to bundle with AT&T Internet service. AT&T internet service type may include fiber optic internet, DSL internet as well as fixed wireless internet depending on the region. If the internet service is being obtained together with the DIRECTV, then there will normally be a discount on the internet service that is provided. Therefore, if you wish to have your Television and Internet services with one overall company, then it can be rather advantageous.
CenturyLink
As for the internet service providers, CenturyLink can also be considered as one of the providers that work with DIRECTV. They use DSL and fiber optic connections to disseminate the internet. Like the previous example with AT&T Internet, CenturyLink Internet also offers attractive package deals where customers can get both services from the company at a cheaper price than if they were to acquire services individually. Availability, however, depends on the specific area if CenturyLink has services in your locality.
So in summary:
- As mentioned DIRECTV does NOT offer home internet service directly.
- But they are partners with AT&T Internet and CenturyLink
- In such cases, you can always negotiate for a favorable price that offers the internet together with the package.
- The speed or availability of Internet connection differ from one region to another region.
If AT&T or CenturyLink internet options don’t work for you, there are alternative ways to get internet with DIRECTV:
Internet through Cable
It can be to continue using DIRECTV for your TV needs and subscribe to cable for internet, whether it is through Xfinity or Spectrum. Although it is not one bill and might not cover only the choice of programming from DIRECTV, it provides more freedom when selecting the internet service.
Internet through Local Providers
Find out which Internet service providers in your area besides AT&T and CenturyLink are offering their services. In many cases, the service area is less populated and the neighborhoods are covered by regional Internet providers or cooperatives. They usually have options like DSL, fiber optic fixed wireless, etc It is possible to subscribe to their Internet services while still retaining your DIRECTV TV.
Satellite Internet
Satellite internet is comparable to satellite TV, using an orbiting network to transmit services. However, latency is high compared to cable/DSL and therefore probably not suitable for applications such as streaming or gaming. HughesNet and Viasat are now offering broadband satellite internet service. Satellite internet is more widespread than direct satellite broadband, similar to how DIRECTV is more widespread than satellite television.
Finally, about internet facilities or equipment such as a router/modem, DIRECTV itself does not provide an internet service for its clients. You have to pay for it and pair it with options over. However, it is possible to take advantage of their partnerships where you can always get the DIRECTV with the internet as a bonus. As long as you have the means to obtain a working internet connection, you may sign up for and also enjoy all the other enjoyable programming choices you can get with your DIRECTV satellite television services.
