DishNetPC is a software program that allows you to bring Dish Satellite TV to your personal computer without having to actually pay for a hefty monthly contract. You will gain access to 10,000 national and international TV stations, and you’ll have plenty of categories to choose from.

DishNetPC’s interface is simply easy to use. You won’t need to be a super geek to watch TV online with Dish Net PC. All you have to do is download the software, find a channel that you are interested in, and turn it on. DishNetPC also comes with a unique customization feature that allows you to add your favorite YouTube videos to your software and keep a tab on the latest hottest YouTube videos.

Watching ESPN, CNN, and NGEO is great, but you don’t have to limit yourself to only these channels. DishNetPC allows you to watch live sporting events from around the world alongside PPV events that may be televised for free in other countries.

DishNetPC requires a one time fee of $34.95, but if you think about it that’s less than what folks pay on a monthly basis to companies such as Comcast, and DirecTV.

Download your copy of DishNet PC software here.

Satellite TV for PC Titanium Edition 2009 is the big brother of Satellite TV Elite Edition. Unlike the Elite edition, you get access to 4000+ channels with this Satellite PC program.

The program is designed to turn your PC into a digital Satellite TV. You can access to many channels that are not even available in the U.S. Not only that, you don’t need a dish or special equipment to get this to work, expect a broadband Internet connection.

Satellite TV is great for watching movies, sports, and the latest news from around the world. Best of all, there is no recurring cost, and no extra payment for all the extra channels that you are going (no cable package to buy). The program works on your PC and you can browse and channels right from your Desktop (see below).

Verdict: A-. Satellite TV Titanium Edition has over 4000 channels, and the quality is decent. I personally loved the sports channel available with this program (I am a soccer junkie). You will need a high speed Internet connection to get the best out of this program.

As the reality sets in with the economy not getting better, and people losing their jobs, people are looking for more ways to save money to have more to spend later. One of the best ways to save money is by firing your cable company. Companies such as Comcast and DirectTV do provide decent services, but they cost a couple of hands and legs. You don’t have to pay $100 a month to get TV coverage. Thanks to innovative solutions such as Live TV Desktop, you can watch live TV on your desktop PC without having to pay a monthly fee.

Live TV Desktop is a cool software solution for your PC that lets you watch TV on your personal computer without too much fuss. It gives you access to 2150 satellite channels (including local, national, and international). Whether you want to watch Iranian TV to find out about the latest news in that country or follow the latest sports news in the UK, Live TV Desktop gives you access to plenty of international channels.

Live TV Desktop does not come with any monthly fee. The channel updates are done on a regular basis and don’t cost you any fee either. The software is compatible with Windows XP and Vista. All in all, Live TV is a great way to follow your favorite local and international channels on your PC without having to pay a huge fee every month. From time to time, channels are updated, which means if your favorite channel is already not available in this system, you may get it in the future. If you are interested in watching movies, live sports, and … and at the same time save on your cable costs, Live TV Desktop is a good option to consider.

Satellite TV for PC professional is a software package that allows you to access 2000 TV stations around the world right from your computer. If you have owned digital cable (Comcast, DirecTV, ..), you are probably familiar with the super high monthly fees that you will have to pay to get decent channels. And you don’t get international channels for cheap with any of these services. Satellite TV professional allows you to watch channels in English, French, German, Arabic, and more right from your desktop.

Here are the satellite channels that you get with Satellite TV professional 2009:

• Sports
• News
• Movies
• Music
• Weather
• Kids Channels
• Educational
• Shopping

What I love about this software package is its ability to show Live events as well as normal TV stations. You can catch some of the live sports events that are being televised for free internationally (but PPV in the U.S.).

Satellite TV for PC 2009 Pro is spyware free, and it does not require any special hardware to connect with its stations. There is a one time fee of $39.95 and there won’t be any monthly costs, forever. And best of all, the software works with Vista, XP, 2000, and other version of Windows.

JohnQ TV is an innovative software package that allows you to gain access to thousands of live TV stations around the globe right on you personal computer. JohnQ TV comes with an innovative media player that plays almost any file you can download on the Internet.

JohnQ TV not only allows you to access to regular TV stations, but also to hours of HD content right on your computer. You can also use JohnQ to subscribe to video blog feeds and watch and save YouTube videos.

JohnQ TV also integrates a bit torrent client, which means you can download movies, videos, and other torrent content using JohnQ. You can also burn them to DVDs or sync your iPod or PSP with JohnQ library (JohnQ TV to Go).

Verdict: A+. JohnQ is one of the most innovative Internet TV software packages on the market. It not only allows you to watch TV online but also to download videos and save them for future use. There is no recurring cost, and the HD content is incredible.

So you are ready to take the plunge and dump your cable TV operator for an Internet TV service? It is true that you can save a lot of money by doing just that, but you want to make sure you take time to compare satellite TV packages to find out if they are right for you. Here are a few things you need to keep in mind to find the best Satellite TV on PC package:

• Channels: there are many Internet TV packages that promise you 5 to 9 thousand channels. But not all of them come with top channels. Make sure you are getting your money’s worth by going through the channel lists carefully. Look out for premium channels such as ESPN, Sci-Fi, and …
• Platform: if you have a Mac and are looking for a Satellite TV for Mac deal, don’t assume things. Make sure the software is compatible before signing up.
• International channels: similar to point number 1, if you are looking for an international channel, make sure its foreign country of origin is covered by your Internet TV package.
• Reputation: it’s one thing to promise a lot of things. It’s another thing to deliver. Make sure you do your research on the company you plan to work with before signing up for their service.
• Extra Features: most Satellite Internet TV packages come with their own unique features. Some allow you to watch HD channels. Others make it possible to record and burn videos. Make sure you know what you are getting before paying up.

There you have it. You can save a lot of money with Satellite TV for PC packages. Just make sure you are getting the biggest bang for the buck by following the above tips. It’s true that you are saving, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t be greedy in that regard.

Direct TV PC is a Satellite PC software that brings 9000+ Satellite stations to your desktop or laptop PC. Direct TV (not to be mistaken with the DirecTV) gives you access to channels in numerous countries in all the continents. You can also get your hands on Radio stations from around the world.

Direct TV covers the following topics just to name a few:

• Movie channels
• News
• TV series
• Music
• Education
• Science
• Finance & Business
• International News
• Live Sports Events

What I liked about Direct TV PC was having the ability to rate stations and read reviews on them before turning them on. There are thousands of channels available, but not every one is going to be what you are looking for. By reading the reviews ahead of the time you can find the channels that really work for you.

The software comes with a few bonuses (ability to download content, software to burn them), and there are no recurring fees. Your final price is $39.95 which is fairly cheap compare to other packages on the market.

Verdict: A-. I was personally impressed by the selection of movie channels available with this software. The burning software and download access was a bonus. The 9000+ channels available should give you plenty of ammunition to spend time watching TV online!

Mobile TV Pro is a software package that allows you to turn your cell phone into a super mobile TV. Mobile TV Pro allows you to bring Satellite TV channels right to your mobile phone without having to pay any subscription fees. You don’t need any extra equipment to get this to work. All you have to do is download this software.

MobileTV Pro allows you to get movie, sports, entertainment, educational, and music channels on your Windows Mobile and Pocket PC devices. And it works anywhere around the world. Unlike other Satellite software packages, this is a mobile only software. So if you are on the go, Mobile TV Pro can help you get more on your mobile phone.

Satellite TV for PC 2009 Elite edition is a software package that allows you to gain access to 3000+ TV stations around the world right on your computer.

You’ll gain access to TV stations in English, Spanish, Arabic, German, French, Italian, Dutch, and more.

The software package does not require you to have a cable TV or a dish. In addition, you don’t have to pay a recurring fee for this service.

Satellite TV 2009 Elite allows you to gain access to channels that are not available in the U.S. as well as hundreds of music, movie, and educational channels (see a screen-shot below).

Verdict: B+. A great selection of channels. You will need a high-speed Internet for the best experience.

Live-TV-Software is yet another software that allows you to watch live TV right on your computer. I don’t know about you but paying $60 to $100 a month for cable or dish in these tough times is just not logical. Times may be tough, but you shouldn’t cut your entertainment off completely. You just have to spend your money in a smarter way.

Live TV Software gives you access to 10,000 local and International channels. You get all kinds of channels in various languages such as German, French, Dutch, and so on. You get sports, movies, educational programming, and even news.

Like most Satellite TV software packages, there is no recurring membership fee involved here. There is no equipment needed here either. The price for this package is $39.95, and it is provided to you by download.