Completing a movie download consists of several logistic methods that need to be complete prior to any download. When downloading a film, the user will either purchase the film or download the film for free. Depending upon the website chosen, the user is able to pick a payment option or not. After the selection of the movie has been selected, it is time to complete the movie download onto your computer. Prior to downloading, make sure all connections are working, this includes Internet connections. Remember that depending upon the speed and connection of your computer the time needed to complete the movie download will vary. Most Internet websites include a form or button icon that allows users to download their movie of choice. To begin the download process, click on the download icon referencing the movie. The reference icon is usually located under the film’s title and picture.

After you have clicked on the download icon, most websites will ask you to identify the applicable movie program. In most cases, your computer will already have a pre-formatted program (some version of a media player). Select the media player that correlates to the one on your computer. Some websites will then ask to select the speed of your media player; if not known, it’s best to select the default speed or the slowest one. You will also be asked to select a destination for you file, along with a file name. Remember to save the file to a folder that you will be able to access, without any disruptions. During this time you computer will be accessing the file and downloading the file onto your computer. As stated before the wait time can vary from computer to computer.

When the download time has completed, it is time to watch your film. Some versions of media player will automatically open the file in a new window. If your film does not start automatically, you can access your file in your documents folder under “downloads” or under your media player folder.

Upon completion of your download, you can access your film whenever you like. The benefits of in home viewing is that the film can be played, paused, stopped at your convenience.