For years video programing such as sitcoms and dramas have only been available through broadcasts either through the airwaves or a cable hook up. Today there are other options and for some people the question is no longer whether or not they need a connection to the television provider.

Today it is possible to watch many of your favorite television shows over the world wide web. It is possible with the technology today that the shows you love to watch on your television can be viewed over the Internet and displayed on the same TV monitor you have been watching those shows on already. Of course you need the proper hardware connections but watching your shows can be simply done without a charge for cable service.

There are many networks that make available their TV shows on their websites. Sometimes not ever show is made available this way but many of them are. One needs to visit the network websites, such as NBC, CBS, ABC and so on to gain access. Most of these websites have a tab that says “Full Episodes” or “Video” and through these links you can view all the available shows and which particular episodes are available.

In addition to the networks making their shows available there are also services that will stream the shows to your computer. Websites such as Hulu can stream many shows to your computer for free. In addition to this free service there is a pay service that will allow you to stream even more shows to other electronic devices. No need to be at the TV at the exact time to see your shows anymore.