Wednesday, August 25, 2010

Before Joining A Movie Download Service Check A Few Out

By Clyde Casey

There is a more convenient way of enjoying movies than renting them or buying DVDs. Thanks to the internet technology, movie downloads enable you to enjoy blockbusters with a few clicks of the mouse. But before you subscribe to a site offering this convenience, there are some things you need to consider.

Different download sites have different payment terms. But there are also sites that offer multiple payment terms. What you pick should depend on how much movies you can actually afford to watch. For example, you don't want to go with a fixed monthly rate when you can enjoy movie watching only once a week.

Some sites will require you to pay a fixed rate, either per month or per year. However, there are those where you pay only for each title that you buy and download. Before getting a subscription, weigh the pros and cons. Will it be cheaper than actually renting a movie or buying a DVD? Will you be able to take full advantage of the payment you will make?

The number of titles which you can purchase from a site will depend on how many film outfits they work with. Some may have very few mainstream titles, but more independent flicks. But if the website works with many major outfits at the same time, you can be assured of the variety of films to choose from.

You should also consider the quality of the movie you are getting. This is to ensure you don't end up with an eye strain or headache by the end of the film. Take a look at the resolution size, which is often expressed in pixels. An example would be something that says like: 640 x 480 or 1280 x 1024 pixels screen resolution.

Second, consider the bitrate. A movie's bitrate can be expressed in either bps (bits per second) or kbps (kilobits per second). If this is beginning to sound like it's some techie stuff, it can be simplified. As a general rule of thumb, the bigger the numbers you see, the better picture quality you have. So check if the resolutions and bitrates carry big numbers.

A way to tell whether a download site is good or bad is by looking at the number of memberships. While it may not give a clear-cut evaluation, it is a good place to start. There must be a reason why a particular site is popular, thus it has more subscribers. Maybe the members are satisfied with the site's good service.

When it comes to the download security, you should be vigilant about it. Make sure that the site is a safe environment to download your titles from. Having stuff like adwares or viruses with what you buy can spell disaster to your PC's hard drive. And the mode of payment, through credit card or online banking, should be guaranteed secure as well.

Last but not the least, check the flexibility given by the website regarding your movie downloads. Will you be able to transfer and watch your purchase on another gadget? Will you be allowed to burn them on a DVD so you can free some space on your hard drive? Some websites will give you leeway, while others may not.

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