The most tried-and-true means of watching free programming is tapping into your local over-the-air (OTA) television broadcasts. As it stands, the FCC requires all televisions to be equipped for OTA inputs, meaning customers can easily access local broadcasts simply by purchasing and installing an antenna. With most broadcasts available in HDTV, OTA television is a fantastic option if you are trying to remain plugged into your local programming without paying exorbitant cable fees. To find your local transmitter, you can visit Antenna Direct's transmitter locator tool to find the TV transmitters in your area. To see what digital television programs are available in your area, you can visit the Federal Communications Commission's DTV Reception Map database.