What Is the Ethernet Port on the Back of the Sharp TV for?
By Luke Arthur
When spending hundreds of dollars on a new TV, most people want to make sure that they are getting the most bang for their buck. If you discover extra functionality on the TV, figuring out how to use it is important. With a Sharp TV, it may have an Ethernet port on the back, which can add a number of features for your use.
Connect to the Internet
When a Sharp television has an Ethernet port on the back, it allows you to connect the television to the Internet. To do so, you will simply need to connect an Ethernet cable to the port on the back of the TV and then connect the other end to an Ethernet Internet outlet or directly into your Internet router or into an outlet that has been wired to provide an Internet signal.
Streaming Video
One of the primary features that comes with Internet connectivity on your Sharp TV is the ability to stream movies instantly. Your Ethernet port, when connected to the Internet, allows you to choose what you want to watch and then begin streaming it right away. With Sharp, you can access video content from Netflix, CinemaNow and Vudu. With Netflix, you get access to thousands of television shows and movies as part of a monthly subscription fee. With Vudu, you get to rent or buy movies for a one-time fee when you access them.
Information
After you connect your Sharp television to the Internet through your Ethernet cable, it also provides you with information that can be accessed from your TV. For example, the Sharp TV allows for stock quotes and customized weather to be displayed on your television screen. Sharp televisions also provide information about local traffic conditions, which could be helpful if you have to commute to work. You can also access your photos through online photo storage services.
Web Applications
The Sharp TV comes with a number of built-in web applications. Each app serves a different purpose. You also have the option of downloading additional applications that are not already installed on your Sharp TV. For example, you could use the Web applications to access your social networking accounts such as Facebook and Twitter, while sitting on the couch in the living room. These applications are similar to the applications that you can download to a smartphone.
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Writer Bio
Luke Arthur has been writing professionally since 2004 on a number of different subjects. In addition to writing informative articles, he published a book, "Modern Day Parables," in 2008. Arthur holds a Bachelor of Science in business from Missouri State University.