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    Cable TV to Computer?

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by NateSlink, Dec 17, 2008.

  1. NateSlink

    NateSlink Notebook Geek

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    is there some kind of software/hardware, or even a site where i can get live cable tv to my computer? thank you guys!
     
    NateSlink, Dec 17, 2008
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  2. David

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    I believe what you're looking for is a TV tuner. You can buy these on ebay or amazon for $60 or less.
     
    David, Dec 17, 2008
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  3. NateSlink

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    is that something i can hook up anywhere when im not at home? do they make wireless ones?
     
    NateSlink, Dec 18, 2008
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  4. Gregory

    Gregory disassemble?

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    A tv tuner is designed to plug in your existing cable service to your computer. You can hook it up so that it will operate within your home network, if you like. However if you want to access the content outside your home you would need something like Orb.com or a Slingbox.
     
    Gregory, Dec 18, 2008
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    olyteddy Notebook Deity

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    Or if you are in a city, you can get a tuner that gets over the air TV.
     
    olyteddy, Dec 18, 2008
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    Gregory disassemble?

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    Aren't they doing away with over the air TV in a few months?
     
    Gregory, Dec 18, 2008
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    OTA analog is going. The OTA digital is high def with possibly additional programs per channel.
     
    olyteddy, Dec 19, 2008
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    nizzy1115, Dec 19, 2008
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