Wouldn’t it be possible in one’s router to block your TV’s access to the www ?
I want to stream video from a local p.c. that acts as a server of the movies I have. So can I block all other access thru smart settings on my router ?
Wouldn't it be possible in one's router to block your TV's access to the www ?
I want to stream video from a local p.c. that acts as a server of the movies I have. So can I block all other access thru smart settings on my router ?
I am not sure what your first question is about. The router is sort of a firewall. Only certain approved data (websites, downloads, etc.) can come in. Only certain approved data (emails, etc.) can go out. That depends on your settings.
If you have a router, you probably have a home network. A pc, laptop, tablet, perhaps some streaming devices such as a ROKU box. In order to 'connect' a new device, you have to enter your router's ID and password.
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Streaming from PC to TV has become much easier the last few years. It can be done using hardware (devices) and software.
If you have a smart TV, it already has apps that would allow you to access video on your PC. If you do NOT have a smart TV, you would need an access device, such as a ROKU, Western Digital TV box, Chrome stick, Amazon Fire stick, etc.
Through your device, which is hooked to the TV and is probably wireless, you can use softare/apps to access your PC. One such software program is PLEX. [http://www.plex.tv] Plex has both a free version and an extended pay version.
It depends on your equipment and how much you want to invest to get it all set up. It isn't that difficult to set up, but it does require some technical knowledge to get it all to work together.
You might read some of the 'how to' guides on various websites and also check youtube help videos.