How do I use a computer monitor as a television?
You are probably reading this article on a multimedia computer monitor or laptop screen that you normally use for word processing, photo editing, email and surfing the Internet. But because advances in technology are opening the door to more uses for your computer, you can now consider using your computer to receive and record television signals. This may sound like something from “The Jetsons,” but the future is now. You have a few easy options to turn your computer monitor into a useful video device.TV Tuner Cards for CPUsConsider adding a TV tuner card to your home or office computer machine. These cards are constantly being updated, and you should look for a card that will not have to be updated very soon. Look for these minimum features in a TV tuner card to turn your computer monitor into a television: ATSC and QAM signal compatibility for digital TV or analog cable TV; personal video recorder (PVR); TV scheduler; remote control; and an IR blaster to control satellite and cable T
