Netflix, Streaming Videos & DVDs

LuvLoogie

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12. Well there is always the what you are getting versus

Wed Jan 27, 2021, 09:14 PM

Jan 2021

Last edited Thu Jan 28, 2021, 09:56 AM - Edit history (1)

what you are paying for. Bandwidth is most commonly stated as bits per second. Common consumer internet bandwidth, or "speed" will be
expressed in megabits per second, and these days Gigabits per second for the Gates and the Musks.

Adequate bandwidth will vary depending on the resolution of the stream content, e.g. 4K vs 720.

Also,the number of concurrent streams or connections desired at what resolution will determine whether what you are paying for is adequate.

You can test your current available bandwidth at any given internet connected device by going to a website like speedtest.net

Weigh that against what you are paying for.

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I Need A Primer On Streaming - Help!!! [View all] global1 Jan 2021 OP

I stream all my favorite shows on my Roku. It's cheap and easy to install. Ferrets are Cool Jan 2021 #1

You (probably) need another device unless you have a Smart TV mr_lebowski Jan 2021 #2

I am thing about Discovery+ TruckFump Jan 2021 #3

Streaming is basically content LuvLoogie Jan 2021 #4

What Is Considered Adequate Bandwidth And.... global1 Jan 2021 #9

Well there is always the what you are getting versus LuvLoogie Jan 2021 #12

I don't have a regular TV, and I do plenty of streaming over the internet. PoindexterOglethorpe Jan 2021 #5

Here are a few websites for free streaming. ItsjustMe Jan 2021 #6

You would need a wire from your internet input that will go into Roku or whatever device you choose. 3Hotdogs Jan 2021 #7

I can tell you how it works in my case. LuvNewcastle Jan 2021 #8

One thing to note: as an HBO subscriber, you already have access to HBOMax intrepidity Jan 2021 #10

alternative tv LPBBEAR Jan 2021 #11

My advice: Identify what is important to you first. Auggie Jan 2021 #13

I went to Walmart and bought a ROKU. Best entertainment investment ever. Binkie The Clown Feb 2021 #14