Zattoo - TV on the go

One of the most exciting recent uses of the Internet is for removing the constriction of the TV. Rather than having to be in the lounge in front of your wonderful 42″ HD TV (still the best way to watch it if you can) you can now watch TV anytime, anyplace.

With a suitable broadband or WiFi connection to the Internet you can view your favourite programs from your PC or laptop. Many of you probably already use sites such as iPlayer, ITV player and 4OD to catch up on shows you have missed but you can also use services to watch live TV. One of the best I’ve found is Zattoo. The service is legal and free of charge.

To watch live TV on your PC, go to zattoo.com and simply download the Zattoo Player, register, and start watching! There is a web based version but I have found this doesn’t work well.

Currently Zattoo broadcast all the main english channels - BBC 1, BBC 2, ITV 1, Channel 4 and Channel 5 as well as a number of othe channels. In total you can view 31 channels. The full listing can be found on the Zattoo web site.

You will have to watch out if you have a limited bandwidth account as, particularly when you are watching the HD channels, you can quickly use up the allowance but this is definitely a great way to watch TV.