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Streaming HDTV programs/channels (is it possible)

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Old 19-11-2009, 6:30 PM   #1
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Streaming HDTV programs/channels (is it possible)

hi i have a HDTV in my room with 1080 but it doesnt get the usage it deservs as i only have freeview in my room i also have a top of the range pc with a decent hd grapghics card and a good internet connection so i came up with an idea to stream the HD channels but i dont know if this is possible and if it is legal i dont mind paying a small fee or buying more hardware if needed but can someone please explain how i could do this?
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Old 19-11-2009, 6:57 PM   #2
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Not really what you're looking for but please install Boxee.

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BOXEE: the open, connected, social media center for windows, mac os x and linux
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Old 20-11-2009, 11:54 AM   #3
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You might want to take a look at the Q-Waves AV kit which allows you to stream whatever's on your PC wirelessly to your HDTV via HDMI. I've got one and it works well but bear in mind the PC and TV need to be within line of sight for WUSB to work. See Q-waves the home of your wireless world
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Old 22-11-2009, 7:57 AM   #4
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thanks Subliminal Aura sort of the thing im looking for but would like more people to reccomend places where i could get hd streamed films and programs from. ncollins i already know how to get my pc to connect to the tv but thanks anyway
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