Is It Possible To Watch TV On Your PC?

Discussion in 'Software' started by HasSanK, Oct 9, 2006.

  1. HasSanK

    HasSanK Specialist

    I was just wondering if it's possible to watch TV on your PC. For example, is there a program or anything that allows you to watch the standard TV channels on your PC in the corner of the screen or something like that?

    I only ask because my PC & TV use the same plug socket and to be able to watch TV I have to turn off the PC. It would be a hell of a lot easier to be able to watch TV in the corner of my screen.

    I've heard it's possible but don't know how or what I'll need to set it up.


    HK
     
  2. ColonelAngus

    ColonelAngus Beefy

    Yeah. I do it all the time. You can do it a few ways. I suggest getting a TV Tuner Card. You buy, put it in one of the PCI slots on the motherboard, connect your cable to it like a TV and then you can watch TV.
     
  3. matt.chugg

    matt.chugg MajorGeek

    You don't even need to take your computer apart and install a pci card. There are also tuner cards that use the usb ports.

    http://www.hauppauge.co.uk/pages/prods.html

    That might not be the best place to buy from but it should give you an idea of what you are after.
     
  4. TimW

    TimW MajorGeeks Administrator - Jedi Malware Expert Staff Member

    Aren't some of the networks live streaming their shows? I thought NBC had some back issues of some on the web.:confused:
     
  5. hawklord

    hawklord Master Sergeant

  6. ASUS

    ASUS MajorGeek

    Yes


    I'd suggest running dual monitors


    I have a ATI TV Tune /Video capture card I'll sell ya for $30 shipped anywhere in the Continental USA

    I have original box, literature, drivers/utilities cd etc

    PM me if your interested
     

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