I used to work for one of the major cable companies that provides service in the midwest and unfortunately that can occur. Most of the time they switch the channel line up for better signal distribution or the vendor (for example HBO, Showtime, etc.) requests a change. They shouldn't charge you one way or another for switching around the channels unless you requested a new tier of service. If you're getting a channel you were not before and not sure if you're getting charged for it, I would call your provider and make sure they are not billing you for it. I've had dish for almost a year now and haven't seen any line up changes and the whole experience is not as bad as what some cable companies say.
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