My only gripe is it doesn't work when I am under a bridge.
Oh and Internet streaming is extra.
So, you get it free for x months. They have your address and phone number. They will send you an offer letter. They will call you. Ignore the first and second offer, if they do come, or let it expire. If they don't call, call them about an offer you received in the mail (even if you haven't received one).
Their best offer would be something like 25 bucks plus tax for six months for basic channels. Take it. They will say at the end of six months, they will charge you 120 bucks for another six months and you must say yes.
Mark something on your calendar a day before the end of six months, and call them to cancel, telling them it's too expensive. Make sure to call them or your card will be automatically charged. They will offer you another six months for 25 bucks and the cycle repeats itself until they go bankrupt or start advertising more. (They do advertise, especially on the comedy channels.)