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In order to watch cable television on computer, you can go for 2 options. The first option is getting a PCTV card, plug it in your computer and stream live tv channels using broadband connection. The other is using satellite tv software to stream live cable tv channels.

A PCTV card comes either in the form of PCI/PCI Express card (internal) or USB device (external). The device typically cost a few hundred dollars and will enable you to watch live television feeds by using broadband connection. You can get this card at major PC hardware stores.

On the other hand, by using satellite tv software, there is no need for any hardware. You just install the software, connect your PC or laptop to a broadband wired or wireless connection and you can start to enjoy live cable tv.

For both methods, you only pay a one-time fee for the purchase of hardware/software. However, a good satellite tv software will cost you no more than $50. That means with less than $50, you get to watch cable television on computer for as long as you like, free of charge. No monthly subscription fees, no pay per view fees. After a while, it will almost feel like you are getting free live satellite television.

In terms of number of channels offered, satellite television software wins hands down with thousands of channels available to choose from world wide in different languages.

Before you go ahead to purchase PCTV cards or satellite tv software to watch cable television on computer, make sure that the card or the software is supported by the operating system of your desktop or laptop (XP, Mac, etc).

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Years ago, a wireless was a radio. Now, having a wireless doesn't mean you sit around listening to a box and trying to imagine pictures. It means wireless internet.

There are two types of wireless connections for your home. The first is Wireless Networking. This is a type of LAN which doesn't require the use of hubs to connect everyone to the same network. It's useful in houses where there's more than one desktop PC, and perhaps a laptop or two as well, as you don't need wires trailing all over the place. Wireless networking works by having a single central router that receives the signal from the telephone line and transmits a signal which is picked up by the closest wireless devices such as your home computers.

In a Wireless network (WiFi) the computers within it can communicate with each other, and a password is set to prevent outside connection and interference. Firewalls are essential, and fortunately they are standard with most wireless routers. A network card fitted to every computer within the network is necessary too, and again, they're usually standard in most newer PC's and laptops. If one PC in your house doesn't have a network card, it can still be connected to the WiFi network by means of cables.

Wireless broadband can be seen as an extension of standard broadband. The provider sets up your regular service through your phone line, but also sets you up for access at special WiFi points outside the home. Similar idea to an internet caf, except you can use your own laptop and settings, and you can find them in places like motorway service stations, airports, train stations, and any other places that travellers frequent.

Wireless broadband can be either paid for monthly along with your standard tariff, or used on a pay-as-you-go basis for periods of up to an hour. It all depends on how much you travel, and how often you would use the service.

Wireless broadband and wireless networking are slowly becoming more widely available as more providers catch onto the idea. Cheap broadband packages now offer a wireless option for around 10 - 15 per month.

Find cheap broadband by comparing providers online.

J Tillotson is a UK author specialising in technology and communications.