This series of posts will walk you through the process of figuring out whether or not you can cancel your cable or satellite subscription.
As much as cable and satellite providers would like you to think they're the only ones with the good content, you do have other options.
These devices take content from the Internet to display on your TV.
We're not giving up the fight! These links take you to resources supporting the campaign to get Google to bring back Classic Maps.
While none of these alternative sites are perfect replacements for Classic Maps, they're what we've got for now. I haven't checked most of these out personally yet, but I'm linking to them anyway in case you find them helpful for your purposes.
Yeah, I hate 'em too... But if we're going to be stuck with them at least for the foreseeable future, I'll be working on some tutorial posts to try to make them a little less painful.
Before you begin Cutting the Cable Cord, you need to figure out how you can still access the shows you want, whether live or on demand. Unfortunately, each network does things differently so it can be really difficult to do this. So I’m putting together this guide to provide information on where you can find some of the most popular TV programming if you cancel your cable or satellite subscription.
General Information
Before I list the individual networks, here are some global things to consider as you’re determining whether or not you can cut the cord and keep your shows.
Broadcast Networks
You may be able to watch shows from ABC, CBS, CW, Fox, NBC, Univision and other over-the-air broadcasters by using an internal or external antenna.
Third-Party Content Providers: Netflix, Amazon Instant Video and Hulu Plus
A lot of the most popular TV shows are available on demand through one or more of these popular providers of streaming content. If so, you can then watch your shows through a streaming media player that supports those providers.
Watching Shows from Websites on Your TV
If the above options don’t work, most networks have a good selection of episodes on their own websites. There are different ways to get these from your computer or mobile device to your TV, including using PlayOn software or by display mirroring.
Network Guide
This is a short list to start, with just the networks I’m most often asked about and links to find out more. I’ll continue to add on to the list over time. If a network you’re looking for is not on the list, add a comment and I’ll add it when I get a chance. If you have info you’d like to share with others, please add a comment about it as well and I’ll incorporate it into the post.
NOTES
Networks are listed in alphabetical order.
Live programming available via antenna only applies if you can access the signals where you are.
Available through PlayOn means you need to purchase PlayOn software and install it on your computer.
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