subject: Watch Satellite TV on the Computer VS. On the TV [print this page] Is it better to watch satellite TV on the computer or on the TV? Which is cheaper? Which is more reliable? This article aims to compare watching satellite TV on the computer to regular service providers.
On the TV:
There is no need for the Internet. In countries and regions where a reliable and fast internet connection is not readily available, regular satellite service providers are the only option. However, this issue is being increasingly resolved as more and more people are gaining internet access.
Regular satellite TV service providers are also likely to have a marginally sharper resolution than the services available on-line. Since the regular satellite TV service is made specifically for watching on televisions, the resolution is less likely to be affected by a bigger screen size. So, if you're watch satellite-broadcasted films on the TV in your home cinema system, perhaps watching on your TV is more suitable.
On the computer:
This is the cheaper, better value-for-money option. There are no installation fees or monthly subscription fees. On-line satellite PC TV software usually incurs a one-off fee to download, and at an average price of below $80, it works out a lot cheaper than having to purchase and install the conventional satellite dish and set-top box in your house.
On-line services also give you greater access to more channels around the world as it uses the Internet to access channels. In contrast to this, it is often difficult to get international and overseas channels with regular providers.
