Making your computer work as a tv??

gailc

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We just bought a new LCD tv for the kitchen which can be used as a computer monitor but is there something you can add to a computer that makes it able to use as a TV and get the local stations??? That would save be $$ and space to buy one for my craft room!!
 

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You should be able to buy a TV card. It fits into your computer like a video card or a sound card inside, and has a coax connection on the outside that allows you to plug it in and watch TV on your computer. They range in prices, so you should be able to find a basic one that isn't too expensive.
 
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Do I search online or where would best place to go to find one??
 

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About 2 years ago, I wanted to have a TV in my bedroom. Instead, I bought a TVBox9 made by Avermedia that allows me to use my computer's monitor as a TV screen! One thing I like about it is the fact that I do NOT need to have to computer turned on to use it (well...the speakers need to be turned on though)!
 
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