Satellite TV for PC
Should I go for Satellite TV for PC? Would you? I've seen a lot of pro opinions but there are also others who think: too many disadvantages. Well, how do I make an opinion? What are the advantages and disadvantages from the user's perspective? Because I needed an honest and unbiased opinion to make a decision, I did a little research and here's what I've found out:
Fact is satellite TV for PC is gaining rapidly more and more sustainers. Why? Because it's free and comes with a heap of other advantages.
So, what basic stuff do we know about Satellite TV for PC?
- That it's powered on software that can be downloaded from the internet easily. No more messing with the satellite dish installation or other complicated stuff.
- That all you need is a good internet connection and a good software.
What are the great parts coming with it?
- It's free! No installation fees, no monthly subscription, no pay per view charges. It implies only the cost of the software but this is a one-time expense. (There are also cases when you need to buy also a PCTV, but Satellite TV for PC offers streaming of the TV channels through your internet connection, so you don't need any hardware installed.)
- You get unlimited free updates.
- It's very easy to use. You don't have to be computer savvy to use it. And it works with all versions of Windows (95, 98, NT, ME, 2000, XP)
- You can download it instantly.
- You can use your PC as a TV receiver and run other stuff on it at the same time.
- You have access to thousands of channels! You can choose from a wide selection of movie channels or whatever you want.
- You'll have a great viewing experience: crystal picture and sound quality.
- You have full systematic channel management and controls and parental watch locks.
- You can rely fully on the transmission. You'll be sure not to miss your favorite show. Bad weather isn't an issue anymore.
- You can be sure that you won't get any ads or spyware.
- You can access to TV from any part of the world.
So, now that we've seen so many cool features, what would be the disadvantages?
- The size of the monitor could be an inconvenient.
- Pay-to-view channels usually need a special decoding equipment. So, you'll need to get this stuff from the broadcaster.
- There are many scams and immitations. Keep an eye on offers that are not guaranteed to be 100% legal.
Well, having considered all these, I think I can live with these few possible disadvantages. And also with so many great advantages! I think I'll just try it out!